as in standards
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
according to the usual metrics by which we judge fiction, this novel is an utter failure
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Recent Examples of metrics
Yet by some metrics, stocks were already considered expensive prior to the hostilities.
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Rob Wile, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Their metrics and editorial strategies are different.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Her work has extended beyond business metrics, with a consistent focus on creating opportunities and shifting how Black talent is supported and represented.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Mar. 2026
My lab is investigating biofeedback and neurofeedback tools to help make these invisible states and metrics visible to aid in training.
—David Van Den Heever, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Both metrics are benchmarks for how Trump views his economic successes.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
Aston Villa’s grapple with underlying metrics has been under the microscope all season.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
To me, the only metrics that should be considered are health and happiness, especially when our kids are young.
—CNN Money, 25 Mar. 2026
Over an eight-game stretch from from mid-January to mid-February, KU was the sixth-best team in the country, per Bart Torvik metrics.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2026
Rob Wile, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Their metrics and editorial strategies are different.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Her work has extended beyond business metrics, with a consistent focus on creating opportunities and shifting how Black talent is supported and represented.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Mar. 2026
My lab is investigating biofeedback and neurofeedback tools to help make these invisible states and metrics visible to aid in training.
—David Van Den Heever, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Both metrics are benchmarks for how Trump views his economic successes.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
Aston Villa’s grapple with underlying metrics has been under the microscope all season.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
To me, the only metrics that should be considered are health and happiness, especially when our kids are young.
—CNN Money, 25 Mar. 2026
Over an eight-game stretch from from mid-January to mid-February, KU was the sixth-best team in the country, per Bart Torvik metrics.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for metrics
Noun
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Consumer advocates said the findings support SB 1076, a bill that would require insurers to offer coverage to homeowners who meet state fire safety standards.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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In response, rental companies are implementing stricter cleaning standards, higher security deposits, and more surveillance.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The district must meet specific exit criteria before local control is restored.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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That involves patients themselves taking a lethal drink or medication that has been prescribed by a doctor to patients who meet certain criteria.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The firm observes that advertiser access to impressive advancements in richer data, smarter automation, and increasingly granular targeting has failed to meaningfully shift these familiar benchmarks.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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This is a solid first showing that should satisfy most consumers who aren't obsessed with benchmarks and maximum possible speed.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Metrics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metrics. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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