relative
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The revelations have left Moraff and his partners, relative newcomers who have run a handful of campaigns, facing questions about whether they vetted Platner closely enough.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
“Sentiment won’t shift overnight, but the relative risk/reward in an increasingly crowded semis opportunity set looks attractive.”
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
It burned through Water Canyon Campground, where I spent my final night in relative comfort after roughing it in the backcountry.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Even after you pay capital-gains tax, the withdrawal should still be worth it relative to the tax drag.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Maybe Mr. Poe was going to take them by train to another relative.
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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Hatchet
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