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as in qualities
degree of excellence
not being of the first rate, these apples are usually sold as food for livestock
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as in ratios
the relationship in quantity, amount, or size between two or more things
the exchange rate was 10 pesos to the dollar when we visited Mexico
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as in estimates
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
nowadays most motorists would probably rate their cell phone as an "essential" piece of electronic equipment
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as in ranks
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
a restaurant that consistently rates high in all the standard categories
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as in regards
to think of in a particular way
I would rate her my best friend; after all, she's always been there when I needed her
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as in lectures
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
a tyrannical father who usually spent most of dinnertime rating his children on their alleged multitude of failings
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Recent Examples of rates
Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Rainfall rates from the storm are expected to be between 1 and 3 inches an hour, with the strongest storms passing through in the evening and overnight.
—Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
Once acquired, those facilities may be able to bill at higher hospital rates or steer patients into higher-cost hospital settings for procedures and services.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
In all regions except the south central region, weekly rates of hospital visits for tick bites are the highest since 2017, the agency said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
Occupancy rates are in the mid 90s, which is incredible.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Today's mortgage rates look different compared to what borrowers were offered earlier this spring.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Perhaps the off-kilter location for tourists is what helps rates stay on the more approachable side (both for the rooms and for food and beverage).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
But the following year, as the pandemic wore on and crime rates ticked up, the politics of criminal justice in the city shifted toward law-and-order anxiety, even as new waves of COVID infection struck the jails.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Zak Hudak, CBS News, 19 May 2026
There is also a competitive Democratic primary, but the Cook Political Report rates the race as solidly Republican.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 May 2026
The Cook Political Report rates the Louisiana Senate race as Solidly Republican, so the winner of this primary is expected to have a strong advantage in November.
—New York Times, 16 May 2026
The Cook Political Report rates the race as solid Republican in the Pelican State.
—Gaby Vinick, ABC News, 16 May 2026
Morningstar, which rates Cisco a wide moat, just raised fair value to $90 from $75.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 May 2026
NewsGuard, a platform that rates the credibility of online information sources, and YouGov surveyed 1,000 American adults between April 28 and May 4.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 11 May 2026
We were also impressed by the battery life, which JBL rates at 44 hours with ANC on or 70 hours with ANC off per charge.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 1 May 2026
As measured by WalletHub, California ranks 49th out of 50 states in taxpayer return on investment and the Tax Foundation rates the state 48th in tax competitiveness.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
Some income and sales tax rates could even be lowered.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
Rainfall rates from the storm are expected to be between 1 and 3 inches an hour, with the strongest storms passing through in the evening and overnight.
—Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
Once acquired, those facilities may be able to bill at higher hospital rates or steer patients into higher-cost hospital settings for procedures and services.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
In all regions except the south central region, weekly rates of hospital visits for tick bites are the highest since 2017, the agency said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
Occupancy rates are in the mid 90s, which is incredible.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Today's mortgage rates look different compared to what borrowers were offered earlier this spring.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Perhaps the off-kilter location for tourists is what helps rates stay on the more approachable side (both for the rooms and for food and beverage).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
But the following year, as the pandemic wore on and crime rates ticked up, the politics of criminal justice in the city shifted toward law-and-order anxiety, even as new waves of COVID infection struck the jails.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
Verb
The Cook Political Report rates the races as leaning Democrat, shifting its rating from a toss-up in April.
—Zak Hudak, CBS News, 19 May 2026
There is also a competitive Democratic primary, but the Cook Political Report rates the race as solidly Republican.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 May 2026
The Cook Political Report rates the Louisiana Senate race as Solidly Republican, so the winner of this primary is expected to have a strong advantage in November.
—New York Times, 16 May 2026
The Cook Political Report rates the race as solid Republican in the Pelican State.
—Gaby Vinick, ABC News, 16 May 2026
Morningstar, which rates Cisco a wide moat, just raised fair value to $90 from $75.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 May 2026
NewsGuard, a platform that rates the credibility of online information sources, and YouGov surveyed 1,000 American adults between April 28 and May 4.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 11 May 2026
We were also impressed by the battery life, which JBL rates at 44 hours with ANC on or 70 hours with ANC off per charge.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 1 May 2026
As measured by WalletHub, California ranks 49th out of 50 states in taxpayer return on investment and the Tax Foundation rates the state 48th in tax competitiveness.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rates
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Benefits of Almonds for Heart Health While combining dark chocolate and almonds has a positive impact on heart health, each food provides distinct cardioprotective qualities that contribute to these benefits.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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The juries will hate its repetitive qualities, but the public will embrace its deep, profound, abiding grooviness.—
Glen Weldon,
NPR,
14 May 2026
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The gearbox was generally fluid, though sometimes seemed to hold ratios needlessly long in Sport mode.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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The buildings contain enough square footage to accommodate 8,500 to 10,000 workers, using typical square feet per employee ratios that modern municipal planners employ.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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For CMOs navigating an era of infinite noise, infinite capital, and infinite distraction, this story deserves your full attention.—
Gabriel Alin Zainescu,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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These 12 recipes prove the retro dessert still deserves a place at today’s table.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
17 May 2026
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Zoom In IconArrows pointing outwards Mazza estimates the supply and demand imbalance could extend into 2028 due to AI demand and the data center hyperscaler build-out.—
Josh Romero,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Meanwhile, the World Economic Forum estimates that 39% of core job skills will change by 2030, with entry-level roles most exposed to automation pressures.—
Victor Fang,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Flint, Michigan, once closely linked with the auto industry, ranks as the nation's most affordable real estate market, according to a new analysis from WalletHub.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Colombia ranks second, offering a mix of lively cities and a relatively low cost of living.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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From new recruits to grizzled vets, every character in this film regards Maverick as both a relic and a god (sometimes in the same breath).—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
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Ilyich perceives that his family regards his suffering only as an inconvenience to them.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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When not writing, May frequently lectures on the politics and policies of mass incarceration for university classes, academic conferences, and online events.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Apr. 2026
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With me, my wife lectures me more than my children.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Apr. 2026
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The defense called just one witness – an expert in education administration and school safety who testified Parker did not breach professional standards or act with indifference.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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On top of misquoting statutes and misrepresenting legal standards, the filing also made broad claims about what constitutes doxing without citing a single case to support their stance.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
18 May 2026
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