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relative

[rel-uh-tiv] / ˈrɛl ə tɪv /




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The study cited higher claims and insurers’ attempts to spend less on care relative to premiums as reasons behind the rise.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

This structure could exaggerate overtime claims relative to expectations in two ways.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

“Everything is much more contemporary relative to what was created more than 40 years ago, but it’s still very true to the origin story and to the DNA of the brand.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The comet releases exceptionally large amounts of carbon dioxide relative to water, far exceeding the levels commonly measured in solar system comets.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

What are the relative majors of the minor keys in Figure 4.18?

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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