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peer

[peer] / pɪər /
NOUN
person who is another's equal
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Excessive laughter, he noted, can come from a feeling of superiority, nervousness in uncomfortable moments or peer pressure when others are laughing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

It has expanded quite a bit, surpassing the growth pace of the average European peer since 2022 and seeing particularly strong revenue in equity derivatives, Citi said on Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

As a child, Konkle remembers feeling proud of the way her father treated her like a peer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

That may help at the margins; perhaps peer review will take slightly less time.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

I reached the window and cupped my eyes to peer in.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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