" in comparison (to) "

 [ "Comparison Ford" ]

1: One who compares things all of the time.

  * e.g.,  ... stop comparing things, you are such a comparison ford 

 [ "Grenade Comparison" ]

1: The comparison of your relationship with your boyfriend/girlfriend to the song Grenade by Bruno Mars. Using his lyrics as guidelines, the seriousness of your relationship can be easily determined.

  * e.g.,  ... Jen: Do you think Joe is serious about our relationship? Julia: I don't know- You should try using the Grenade Comparison. Jen: Good idea! Do you think he would he jump in front of a train for me? Julia: I don't think so. You guys have just been hooking up. I wonder if Kyle would catch a grenade for me- we have been together for two years. 

 [ "sole comparison" ]

1: Instead of trying on a new pair of shoes, simply holding up the bottom of the new shoe to the bottom of the old shoe. If it matches up, get it.

  * e.g.,  ... I was in too much of a hurry at Target yesterday to try on those new sandals, so I just did a sole comparison. Oh well, they were only 20 bucks. 

 [ "comparison game" ]

1: The mind game, often brought up unintentionally by your friends, where you begin comparing yourself to your boyfriend or girlfriend's ex. Often occurs when someone says something about you that is extremely similar to the ex or a trait completely opposite of you that you're jealous of.

  * e.g.,  ... Guy 1: My girlfriend and I got into fight cause she was texting her ex tonight, what's he got that I don't? Guy 2: Dude, don't play the comparison game, you'll probably lose. Girl 1: Oh, him and his ex-girlfriend used to always make sushi together, too! Girl 2: Thanks for starting another round of the comparison game, bitch. 

 [ "pale in comparison" ]

1: To be nothing in comparison to, 2nd rate

  * e.g.,  ... 1) Those pictures are pale in comparison to Alex's beauty in real life 

 [ "asshole comparison" ]

1: An informal logical fallacy in which one arguer compares the unpleasant activities of another to her/his own more favorable circumstance. For a comparison to fall under this fallacy, the arguer must both act like the situations are the same and make the other person feel bad about their own circumstance.

  * e.g.,  ... Arguer: "You think it's bad being an actuary? Yeah, try being an baby animal cuddler who has no allergies whatsoever." 

 [ "Comparison Culture" ]

1: A societal phenomenon in which individuals habitually engage in the practice of constantly measuring themselves, their achievements, possessions, and life circumstances against those of others. This pervasive tendency is fueled by the prevalence of social media, advertising, and the ease of access to others' curated narratives, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy, envy, and anxiety. Comparison Culture often fosters unrealistic standards of success and happiness, as individuals strive to match or surpass the perceived achievements of their peers, acquaintances, or even celebrities. This can result in detrimental effects on mental health, self-esteem, and overall well-being, as the relentless pursuit of comparison tends to overshadow one's own accomplishments and unique life journey.

  * e.g.,  ... Comparison Culture makes me feel like I'm never going to be as good as anyone else I see on social media. 

 [ "Miranda Comparison" ]

1: Comparing two things which are obviously not alike.

  * e.g.,  ... *whilst scuttling along the floor* 

 [ "Atkin Comparison" ]

1: Comparing the playing of music to food. Named after the nearly-famous conductor, Alan Atkin. Not to be confused with the Atkins diet.

  * e.g.,  ... Conductor: I want some dark chocolate violin notes! 

 [ "exaggerated comparison" ]

1: the act of useing an obsine amount of something as an act of comparison

  * e.g.,  ... (dude working at a construction site) Dude why did you cut the board 2 inches short. (supervisor walks up) More like like 50 yards short. (other guy) Now thats an exaggerated comparison.