The term 'be equal (to)' can be expressed in two different ways in a crossword puzzle. The first solution is 'MATCH' which is a five letter word. This term means to be the same as something else, or to have the same qualities or characteristics. The second solution is 'AMOUNT' which is a six letter word. This term means to be the same in size, degree, or number as something else. Both solutions refer to the idea of being equal to something else.