relative
Example Sentences
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We’ll avoid the stocks that have low short interest as a percentage of shares relative to the past two years.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
In years of relative peace in the Middle East, it seemed a sure bet.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
For example, the S&P 500’s relative strength index, or RSI, has, over the past week, tallied its biggest six-day jump on record — rising more than 30 points.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026
Families prepare themselves for the worst when an elderly relative is gravely ill, but that doesn't make the loss any easier when it comes.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
It is easy to predict where the relative minor of a major key can be found.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
Vocabulary lists containing relative
Hatchet
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Measurement and Data, List 1
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