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/kəmˈpærɪs(ə)n/ 
| singular | comparison |
| plural | comparisons |
It is very difficult to make comparisons across other schools.
Direct comparison between the two languages is not possible.
We have made a systematic comparison of the techniques used by the different players.
He drew comparisons between the problems faced by the university and those confronting his own establishment.
The comparison with his work is probably unfair.
Smaller towns have less money to spend, so their systems are very modest in comparison.
In comparison with the male, the female is stronger and more energetic.
Why are things cheaper in comparison to last year?
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using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related
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… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything
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