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equivalent

[ih-kwiv-uh-luhnt, ee-kwuh-vey-luhnt] / ɪˈkwɪv ə lənt, ˌi kwəˈveɪ lənt /




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"To put our findings in perspective, a 10 percent increase in UPFs is roughly equivalent to adding a standard packet of chips to your daily diet," Dr. Cardoso said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

The annual premium is equivalent to 0.24% of the policy’s face amount.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Brussels said the fee offered earlier this year "at first sight" was "in practice equivalent to the previous access ban".

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The culinary equivalent of a beach bonfire right as the sun drops below the horizon.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Supporters sent him lunch and dinner daily; someone gave him the equivalent of a couple of thousand dollars.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day




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