versus

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

We would respect the intermediate-term downtrend that applies to the Mag Seven versus the SPX and to most stocks in absolute terms.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Increased realized prices for gold and antimony likely contributed to a higher cash balance of A$328 million versus MA’s forecast of A$300 million, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Dividend appreciation ETFs, like Vanguard’s, often include low-yielding tech firms, with the fund yielding 1.6% versus S&P 500’s 1.2%.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Middle East disruptions and reduced crude availability will separately lower global energy product throughput by 2% versus the fourth quarter.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

The conversation turned into a debate about crunchy versus soggy bacon, but I was too preoccupied with replaying that paper dissolving right in front of my eyes to contribute.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin