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Synonym Chooser

How is the word collate distinct from other similar verbs?

The words compare and contrast are common synonyms of collate. While all three words mean "to set side by side in order to show differences and likenesses," collate implies minute and critical inspection in order to note points of agreement or divergence.

data from districts around the country will be collated

When could compare be used to replace collate?

While in some cases nearly identical to collate, compare implies an aim of showing relative values or excellences by bringing out characteristic qualities whether similar or divergent.

compared the convention facilities of the two cities

When is it sensible to use contrast instead of collate?

The words contrast and collate can be used in similar contexts, but contrast implies an emphasis on differences.

contrasted the computerized system with the old filing cards

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of collate The film unfolds in something akin to real-time, its screenplay — collated from and corroborated by the memories of the soldiers who survived the ordeal — determined to feel more like a transcript of events than the blueprint for a Hollywood film. David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 28 Mar. 2025 Undoubtedly, unstructured data is a multi-hundred billion dollar problem in healthcare; with the transition of hospitals and healthcare data to EMRs and digital systems over the last two decades, few solutions exist to collate all of this information and provide meaningful insights. Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, M.d., J.d., Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025 Listening, collating needs and translating them into technical requirements—and vice versa—is as crucial as knowing how to implement the stack. Barbara Puszkiewicz-Cimino, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025 An affidavit in the federal complaint describes how investigators tracked down the suspects, collating data from cellphone towers and license plate readers to look for phone numbers and cars that could be linked to the crime scenes. Bill Chappell, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for collate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collate
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  • The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in the Miami Herald newsroom.
    Miami Herald Archive, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
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    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 22 May 2025
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  • The trophy parade was organized on a nationwide bank holiday, the day after Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy following the competition’s final round of matches on Sunday.
    Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
  • White farmers are often rendered defenseless because South Africa banned private gun possession and disbanded mutual protection cooperatives organized by farmers in the past, Genocide Watch explained.
    Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 25 May 2025
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  • Recognizing this reality, Mexico has developed an innovative consular model that combines diplomacy, a humanitarian approach and direct action for the benefit of its population abroad.
    Alicia G Kerber Palma, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025
  • Photo by Eric Lucero Most Popular Denver’s Inside Stories combines the capabilities of a large design firm with the hands-on approach of a smaller studio, giving clients the best of both worlds.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
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  • And for years, a press release with the quote was archived on the city’s website.
    Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
  • Witnesses who called 911 at first reported as many as 20 people in the water, according to first responder radio communications archived by the site Broadcastify.
    Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2025

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“Collate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collate. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.

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