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compare notes

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  1. Exchange information, observations, or opinions about something, as in Michael and Jane always compare notes after a department meeting. This term originally referred to written notes. [c. 1700]

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Users compare notes on how long their fleet of virtual interns can work without making a mistake.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Prof Masterson asked to be put in touch with surgeons in the UK to compare notes.

From BBC • Aug. 12, 2025

“We would often compare notes on shoes and suits, and where to get the best ones.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2024

Sullivan said they would discuss "a vision for a more stable and prosperous and integrated region, as well as to compare notes on effectively countering and deterring Iran."

From Reuters • Sep. 19, 2023

But he minded the all-expatriate parties where Susan would nudge him to “join the men” while she went over to the circle of women to compare notes on living in Nigeria.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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