to a fairly large degree, especially in comparison to others:
I found the test relatively easy. * We had relatively few applications for the job. * Lack of exercise is also a risk factor for heart disease but it's relatively small when compared with the others.
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relatively speaking used when you are comparing sth with all similar things:
Relatively speaking, these jobs provide good salaries.
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