| Id | ESLPod_0868_WE_1410 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 868 |
| Episode Title | Mergers and Acquisitions |
| Phrase | equal |
| Text | The word "equals," in this podcast, refers to people or organizations that have the same rights and responsibilities, with the same amount of importance or significance: "Should all teachers be treated as equals, or should teachers with more experience receive extra benefits?" The phrase "to be the equal of (someone or something)" means to be as good as someone or something else: "This new car is the equal of any car I've ever owned before." The phrase "to be without equal" or "to have no equal" means to be the best: "Francisco believes the novel is without equal and he recommends it to all his friends. Finally, the phrase "all things being equal" means that all other factors are the same, or everything is working normally: "All things being equal, they should have enough money to buy their first home in 2016." |
| Topics | Business |
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