equaling
Translation
equalling
Examples
He set a new record, equaling the best time.
He set a new record, equalling the best time.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((sth.)) being the same in number or amount The profits are now equalling last year's figures.
((sb./sth.)) ((sb./sth.)) being as good as someone or something else He is close to equalling the world record.
Similar Words
Synonyms: matching, rivalling, corresponding to
Etymology
From Latin 'aequalis' (uniform, identical). The '-ing' suffix indicates an ongoing action or state.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' shows an action in progress. Imagine two things becoming level, 'equalling' each other.