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relative

[rel-uh-tiv] / ˈrɛl ə tɪv /




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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 shares look pricey relative to peers based on key metrics like price/book ratio and earnings.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The outlook for offshore wind in Europe has improved and Orsted’s relative valuation looks attractive, Jeffery adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

To raise voices and bicker would be an insult to Hāloa, our older relative.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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