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versus

[vur-suhs, -suhz] / ˈvɜr səs, -səz /
PREPOSITION
against
Synonyms


Example Sentences

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In July, she wrote an email to Molina reviving the idea of a mural, but outside versus inside, as an ode to Altadena.

From Los Angeles Times

Same-store sales fell 0.8%, versus the 0.1% growth analysts were looking for.

From Barron's

Comparable sales, or sales in stores open at least 14 months, declined 0.8% versus expectations for a rise of 0.1%.

From MarketWatch

There is possibly something to be said about what the balance of cops versus PIs on TV says about the national mood, or whether we’re putting our faith in institutions or individuals, if one had the research grant.

From Los Angeles Times

An industry measure called revenue per available room in that category, which has an average daily rate of nearly $500, was up by 9% during a recent week in mid-February versus the same period in 2025, according to data provider STR.

From The Wall Street Journal