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comparative

[kuhm-par-uh-tiv] / kəmˈpær ə tɪv /


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Fernando Alonso, age 44, is consistently out-performing his younger team-mate and probably given a comparative car would also win a race.

From BBC Jul. 14, 2026

“Triple-A pitching is not comparative to big league pitching, I think we all know that,” Roberts said.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 28, 2026

But it appears there’s another reason for New Yorkers to like the basketball star known for his clutch play and modesty: He’s an astute analyst of comparative state tax rates.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 14, 2026

The latest report, however, frames his cognitive screening in clinical terms of normal function rather than comparative intelligence.

From Salon May 31, 2026

A group of comparative strangers came in from La Ida.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck

The company said this would be driven, among other items, by actions taken in North America and continental Europe to improve performance, as well as easier comparatives in continental Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 17, 2025

This construction is intended to have two comparatives, e.g.,

From New York Times Nov. 4, 2014

"For the last few years, we have been talking about our strong sales figures beating some tough comparatives - and this year is no exception," said chief executive Chris Moore.

From The Guardian Jan. 5, 2011

This is a role that risks a dizzyingly intimidating collection of comparatives on the vocal and comedic fronts.

From Chicago Tribune Dec. 28, 2010

The Incorrigibles had been studying comparatives and superlatives.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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