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make an unfair comparison
/meɪk ən ˈʌnfeər ˌkəmˈpærɪsn̩/
compare things in a biased or unjust way
It's unfair to make an unfair comparison between a startup and a multinational corporation.
Comparing a small company to a large one without considering their differences is biased.
informal
to compare things in a way that is biased, unjust, or not logically valid
Critics accused the journalist of making an unfair comparison between the two politicians.
The journalist was criticized for comparing the politicians in a way that favored one over the other unfairly.
You can't make an unfair comparison between traditional and online education—they serve different purposes.
It's not fair to compare the two types of education directly because they have different goals.
This phrase is often used to criticize arguments or discussions where comparisons are made without considering key differences.
Collocations
make a fair comparisoncompare things in a balanced and just way
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Avoiding unfair comparisons
When making comparisons, ensure that the things being compared are similar enough in relevant ways to make the comparison meaningful.
Gold Rule
Fair comparisons
Always consider the context and relevant factors when comparing things to avoid making unfair or misleading comparisons.
Word Origin
The phrase combines the verb 'make' with the adjective 'unfair' and the noun 'comparison', emphasizing the act of creating a biased or unjust comparison.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in debates, critiques, and discussions where someone is accused of comparing things in a way that is not logically sound or fair.
Word Breakdown
make
to create or perform an action
verbunfair
not just or equitable
adjectivecomparison
the act of examining the similarities or differences between things
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