equalizes

Definition of equalizesnext
present tense third-person singular of equalize
as in equates
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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Recent Examples of equalizes The coating equalizes the electrical charges to help prevent static. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025 The smartphone camera equalizes this. Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Verb
  • In a world that often equates growth with success, his model suggests another path.
    K. H. Koehler, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
  • While some might say that was a sign of progress, Roby equates it as to losing a dear friend.
    Rick Cantu, Austin American Statesman, 25 Feb. 2026
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  • Navigating these cases requires a deep dive into complex valuations and a strategy that balances personal dynamics with economic realities.
    Nia Bowers, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Long-term planning that balances reliability with cost will be essential as demand continues to rise.
    David Santiago, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
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  • In recent years, Ticketmaster has adopted dynamic pricing—a system that adjusts ticket prices in real time according to demand.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
  • In Sleep mode, the purifier runs at a low fan speed to reduce noise, while Auto mode adjusts the fan speed based on air quality.
    John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026

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“Equalizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equalizes. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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