relative
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Research from the Centre for Cities points to Cambridge, York, Edinburgh and Manchester as relative success stories.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
The revelations have left Moraff and his partners, relative newcomers who have run a handful of campaigns, facing questions about whether they vetted Platner closely enough.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Roberge noted that the relative performance of momentum stocks versus low-volatility stocks recently reached levels comparable to those seen near the peak of the dot-com bubble in 2000.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
It burned through Water Canyon Campground, where I spent my final night in relative comfort after roughing it in the backcountry.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
“It does appear that Paul Nemenyi was the real father,” the relative said.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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