relative

Example Sentences

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The relative paucity of American casualties demonstrates the care and competence of the planning by Adm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

When a friend or relative becomes pregnant, this can stir strong emotions for someone experiencing infertility.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Hipolito said he lied because he couldn’t get information on her condition unless he was a relative.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“We see further aero outperformance on strong relative earnings per share growth that more than offsets potential valuation downside,” he wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“Moss grows on the north side of the tree. Once you find north, everything else is relative to that.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray