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as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
such new security measures as metal detectors at all the entrances
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as in criterion
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
during the Renaissance, man came to be viewed as the measure of all things
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as in rhythm
the recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity
the song's soft, soothing measures make it a good lullaby
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as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
a slipcover for the couch that was made to measure
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as in to gauge
to find out the size, extent, or amount of
for this experiment, you need to carefully measure all the chemicals before you mix them together
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as in to regulate
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
he carefully measured his response to the provocative question
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Recent Examples of measure
Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues with no end in sight, with Congress having left for a two-week break after failing to agree Friday on a spending measure.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Nicole Young, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
As Duke rose under Mike Krzyzewski, the Blue Devils won the first two (with Hurley’s big brother, Bobby) on their way to becoming the stick by which most other programs – including UConn – measured themselves.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
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Noun
If a November ballot measure to increase sales tax funding fails and no new revenue becomes available, the agency is bracing for drastic cuts and fare increases.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues with no end in sight, with Congress having left for a two-week break after failing to agree Friday on a spending measure.
—Bloomberg News, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
Unimaginable — time — measured by a pendulum of light, illuminating the splendor of one of the greatest marvels on, or under, the Earth.
—Nicole Young, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
As Duke rose under Mike Krzyzewski, the Blue Devils won the first two (with Hurley’s big brother, Bobby) on their way to becoming the stick by which most other programs – including UConn – measured themselves.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for measure
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About 7 million barrels per day of that loss is being made up through other means, like the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, Fujairah, in the United Arab Emirates and the release of strategic reserves, according to Kpler data.—
Victor Ordonez,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
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But Reich says philanthropy is still regularly used by people with means to cultivate their reputations.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
30 Mar. 2026
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As part of the pledge, Nicklaus agreed to spend at least 5% of its yearly food and drink budget on nutritious, whole foods from Florida farmers that align with the federal dietary guidelines, with a promise to increase that amount every year by 1% going forward.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Low-waste is the watchword, with any small amount of kitchen waste eventually becoming nutrient-rich compost.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO), located in Switzerland, chooses hurricane names several years in advance based on strict criteria.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Ultimately, even when she’s supposed to play the most antagonistic female archetype, Darlene is simply too much of a mood and a vibe, and her fundamentally anti-Karen nature is good for TV but bad for the judging criteria in this challenge.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
28 Mar. 2026
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The 6-foot-3, 185-pound Fland had difficulty establish his role and rhythm during nonconference play.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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While Fisher’s athleticism leaves a lot to be desired, his high IQ and ability to diagnose from the middle make up for athletic limitations with an extra step on breaking up an offensive rhythm.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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The three zoning districts have some differing conditions, the board report said — the data center district, for example, allows for taller buildings than the other two types and requires a significantly larger minimum lot size.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Panama Canal Authority charges fees based on the size and type of ships that are using the waterway and rates are uniform, impartial, and non-discriminatory , according to the European Parliamentary Research Service.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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To support the flight, there has been a sharpening of space weather forecasting skills — an ability to better gauge the sun's activity and to help assure crew safety if a hazardous uptick in solar action rears its energetic head.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 Consumer Trust Survey was conducted by surveying 1,000 Americans to gauge consumer sentiment regarding home service costs, price transparency and provider trust.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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Originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes by mimicking hormones that regulate blood sugar, the medication quickly became better known for its powerful impact on weight loss due to the way the same mimicking hormones affect appetite.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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As adoption of artificial intelligence in the US outpaces efforts to regulate it, organized labor is providing an important check on how the technology gets used, according to the head of the Hollywood actors’ union.—
Victor Swezey,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Collaborate thoughtfully, and document next steps clearly.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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This session, the Legislature also passed House Bill 822, which requires schools and health care providers to inform a parent within 72 hours if a child requests to take steps to socially transition, which could include using pronouns or names that align with their gender identity.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measure. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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