Luna Linh
2020-11-24 06:11
Compare notes (with somebody) British formal spoken language verb
During a study group, me and Derrick compare notes about the World war II
Yesterday, I heard my parents comparing notes about this year's election
State something in a very strong, clear and effective way
To see, think about or consider someone or something in a subjective or pessimistic way, usually because of bad previous experiences or preconceived notions
To understand what someone is trying to say and agree with them
Used to share ideas or opinions in common with other people in public
Express one's thoughts or opinions publicly
The verb "compare" is conjugated according to the tense of the sentence and it is usually accompanied by "with"
Oscar compared notes with his teacher about his recent science project
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The idiom "compare notes" originally referred to written notes but it later developed into spoken language as well. It appeared around the 1700s and the earliest citiation was found in The Spectator written by Richard Steele in 1712, implying the action of exchanging information and opinion.
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