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Recent Examples of stature
In my book, there are three or four watchmakers that have some stature but are still relatively independent.
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Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
Back then, maybe the only thing measurably clear about the then-16-year-old’s stature was his meager weight.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
If Kent’s criticism of the war proves prescient, his other beliefs, especially those concerning Jews, will ascend in stature along with it.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
His small stature and careful, halting steps between chambers and the bench hint at his age.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
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Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
Back then, maybe the only thing measurably clear about the then-16-year-old’s stature was his meager weight.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
If Kent’s criticism of the war proves prescient, his other beliefs, especially those concerning Jews, will ascend in stature along with it.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
His small stature and careful, halting steps between chambers and the bench hint at his age.
—Jaclyn Diaz, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stature
Noun
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An item that is adjustable will allow the user to lock in specific heights that work best for them.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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At its height, a period extending from the middle of the 16th century to the beginning of the 18th, the Mughal Empire controlled almost the entire Indian subcontinent, marshaling vast amounts of money and manpower.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Built on a former quarry, there are rocky elevations to traipse up with amazing views of the city, including Sacre Couer in nearby Montmartre.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Its portfolio is rich in deep reds that thrive in higher elevation climates, can handle the heat and sometimes appreciate diverse soil, such as zinfandel, syrah and cabernet sauvignon.—
Nora Heston Tarte,
Mercury News,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Stature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stature. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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