compare
verb (used with object)
to examine (two or more objects, ideas, people, etc.) in order to note similarities and differences.
comparing
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present participleof compare.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The incident drew comments on Facebook, comparing it to the films “El Mariachi” and “Desperado” in which Banderas plays a character who hides guns inside a guitar case.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
“No, I don’t think so,” Mr. Russell replied, comparing Boulder’s claims to a product liability lawsuit against an auto maker for a defective car.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
It’s a tempting comparison to make, but you’re not comparing apples to apples.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026
It was a landmark experiment, comparing forest regeneration across the full range of silvicultural approaches.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 4, 2026
She and my stepmom were comparing ultrasound photos of their fetuses at dinner.
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
