compare and contrast
idiom
: to note what is similar and different about (two or more things)
For our assignment we must compare and contrast the two poets.
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Tracking and Disciplining Presidential Directives To hold executive power accountable, policymakers need to compare and contrast the directives issued by the presidential pen and phone across different administrations.
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Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024
Throughout the week, much of the testimony from both sides worked to compare and contrast civilian and military spec rifles.
—Greg Bishop | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Sep. 2024
Gather as much information as possible, compare and contrast the various scenarios and then tailor the solution to fit your needs.
—Ken Kao, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
Second, approach it from a different angle and compare and contrast.
—Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
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Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024
Throughout the week, much of the testimony from both sides worked to compare and contrast civilian and military spec rifles.
—Greg Bishop | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Sep. 2024
Gather as much information as possible, compare and contrast the various scenarios and then tailor the solution to fit your needs.
—Ken Kao, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
Second, approach it from a different angle and compare and contrast.
—Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for compare and contrast
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“Compare and contrast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compare%20and%20contrast. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
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