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also gaging
1
as in estimating
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
glance over the pattern and try to gauge how much fabric you'll need
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2
as in measuring
to find out the size, extent, or amount of
very difficult to gauge how upset he really is by his controlled reaction
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Recent Examples of gauging
Having spent decades studying the well-being of individuals, Lyubomirsky said gauging the happiness of entire countries comes with challenges.
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Lindsey Leake, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Creating a Bureau of Motion Pictures, Roosevelt also transformed part of the White House’s East Wing in order to screen films as a way of gauging the national mood.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 23 Oct. 2025
Steel Nomad Light adds a broader perspective, gauging geometry, lighting, and particle effects through Metal’s native rendering pipeline for consistent cross-platform comparison.
—PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
Flip invented the Wheezer Scale for gauging the difficulty of hiking up hills.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2025
So, because of that, there is some gaging and figuring out to do.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2025
Just over half of Wisconsin's third- through eighth-graders met, or exceeded, state standards for math and English language arts on last spring’s Forward Exam, a statewide standardized test gauging whether Wisconsin schoolchildren are meeting benchmarks in core subjects.
—Kayla Huynh, jsonline.com, 25 Sep. 2025
While vacancy rates and return-to-office employee volume have been focal points in gauging demand, a new look at interest in office from the capital markets points to an even stronger recovery than previously thought.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2025
Everyday behaviors are an effective way of gauging a dog’s emotional state and their state of physical health.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
Lindsey Leake, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Creating a Bureau of Motion Pictures, Roosevelt also transformed part of the White House’s East Wing in order to screen films as a way of gauging the national mood.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 23 Oct. 2025
Steel Nomad Light adds a broader perspective, gauging geometry, lighting, and particle effects through Metal’s native rendering pipeline for consistent cross-platform comparison.
—PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
Flip invented the Wheezer Scale for gauging the difficulty of hiking up hills.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2025
So, because of that, there is some gaging and figuring out to do.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2025
Just over half of Wisconsin's third- through eighth-graders met, or exceeded, state standards for math and English language arts on last spring’s Forward Exam, a statewide standardized test gauging whether Wisconsin schoolchildren are meeting benchmarks in core subjects.
—Kayla Huynh, jsonline.com, 25 Sep. 2025
While vacancy rates and return-to-office employee volume have been focal points in gauging demand, a new look at interest in office from the capital markets points to an even stronger recovery than previously thought.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2025
Everyday behaviors are an effective way of gauging a dog’s emotional state and their state of physical health.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gauging
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In a review of scientific literature, one study found that those with the condition were more likely to suffer from diabetes and cardiovascular disease than controls, estimating that 30-74% of people with AD also have hypertension, 6-24% have diabetes, and 3-14% suffer from stroke.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Nov. 2025
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As Gen Z continues to grow its presence in the workforce, with projections estimating their numbers will triple to 51 million by 2030, their leadership preferences are beginning to shape the future of work.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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That stage is a silo-like cylinder with a tapered nose cone, measuring 165 feet tall, and weighing more than 200,000 pounds.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Researchers at the New York Fed said measuring student loan delinquencies is still complicated by the fact that payments were on pause for four years during the pandemic.—
Elizabeth Schulze,
ABC News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Hou suggests calculating precise ingredient quantities with a small buffer for surprise guests, then sticking to the plan.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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Many will consider your status as a homeowner favorably when calculating your rate.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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Though the Raptors must develop players behind and in support of their stars, this version of the team doesn’t work without those stars figuring this out.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Two returnees figuring prominently in the rotation are juniors Aidan Burke (a 6-3 guard) and Cade Pendleton (a 6-10 forward).—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Nov. 2025
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The prosecutor’s spokesperson said Yeo was making excuses that did not make sense about the notes discovered on his mobile phone.—
Reuters 2 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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The 28-year-old didn’t leave commenters guessing too long.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
5 Nov. 2025
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The end result — essentially the hottest FaceTime ever — leaves viewers guessing who will be next to pick up the phone.—
Ana Calderone,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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Michael, the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, looks likely to be expanded across two features, judging by the latest comments from Lionsgate execs.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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Beyond acting, Parker has a wine label in partnership with a company called Invivo, is judging the 2025 Booker Prize contest and works with the States Project, an advocacy group focused on advancing Democrat issues and candidates at the state level.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Gauging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gauging. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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