as in to balance
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
a plan to equalize educational opportunities for all the state's children, rich and poor alike
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The decision is the first step toward the goal of equalizing drug prices so Americans aren’t paying more for the same drugs than people in other parts of the world.
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Alice Park, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
This became the famous Bic Cristal, also known as the Bic Pen, which consisted of a simple ballpoint fixed to a transparent plastic reservoir set in a hexagonal plastic tube with a mysterious little hole part way down to equalize air pressure.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Son Heung-Min opened the scoring with a rocket in the first half, then Paxten Aaronson opened his Rapids account to equalize in the 62nd minute.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
The Revolution held a 1-0 lead for much of the match before Chicago equalized in the 82nd minute.
—Julian Cardillo, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
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The central bank must balance a dual mandate to keep inflation under control and maximize employment.—
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Greg Kinnear Greg Kinnear balanced his acting career with hosting duties on Talk Soup from 1991 to 1994.—
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The executive who grew up on the streets of Detroit watching his dad drag race equated the current situation to that of a station wagon and enthusiasts.—
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Without institutional support, parents are left with a narrative of drudgery—one that equates children with the loss of time, money, and opportunity.—
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In addition to being moisture-wicking, the shearling lining helps to naturally adjust to your body’s temperature, keeping feet cool and dry.—
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
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For years, public-school teachers in Florida’s cities were paid more than those in rural areas, to compensate for their higher cost of living.—
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Local residents have advocated for a more permanent solution to the violent elephant encounters, and for the families of the deceased to be compensated.—
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“Equalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equalize. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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