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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
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025
He was viewed with a measure of skepticism by some Trump loyalists who saw the former Army Green Beret and three-term congressman as too tied to Washington’s foreign policy establishment.
—Matthew Lee, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 26 May 2025
Head to tail, the males observed measured a whopping 85 cm (almost 3 ft) and weighed up to 2 kg (4.5 lb).
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 25 May 2025
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Noun
The patriotic throw pillow measures 18.5 x 4.5 and looks great when added to an outdoor sofa, loveseat, sectional, or individual chair.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025
He was viewed with a measure of skepticism by some Trump loyalists who saw the former Army Green Beret and three-term congressman as too tied to Washington’s foreign policy establishment.
—Matthew Lee, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
Verb
The vehicle’s internal temperature was measured at over 130 degrees.
—Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 26 May 2025
Head to tail, the males observed measured a whopping 85 cm (almost 3 ft) and weighed up to 2 kg (4.5 lb).
—Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for measure
Noun
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The amount of compensation depends on the length of your flight and the length of the delay.—
Christopher Elliott The Travel Troubleshooter,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2025
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At the same time, the amount of gasoline that California drivers consume has been declining.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2025
Noun
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So far, since returning from Washington to her native state, Harris, 60, has displayed none of the above criteria that California needs in its next governor.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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Renters must meet a variety of sustainability criteria including solar panels, water flow reduction, renewable energy and recycling programs.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Some researchers have suspected for a while that these rhythms can synchronize with the rhythm of music.—
Eva Amsen,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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To listen to him talk is to hear the rhythms of any Sunday morning in a Chicago parish church.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 May 2025
Noun
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The height of the splash corresponds to the size of that cavity.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Given the size and population of New London, the Connecticut Department of Transportation should invest in more SmartRide services to meet the needs of a small city in need of more direct and streamlined services for its most vulnerable citizens.—
Jennifer Rudolph,
Hartford Courant,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Such a select audience would provide the first opportunity to gauge just how successful the film has been at becoming the most immersive and accurate racing film of all time, as the producers intended.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Still, the 25x formula serves as a quick and simple way to gauge whether someone is generally on track.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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This process helps us self-audit, regulate our practices and identify areas for improvement.—
Geoff Scott,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Each one shapes how we’re perceived and how others regulate their own behavior in response.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Noun
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The official opening on the weekend completed the first step, but a lot remains to be done.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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Minneapolis agreed to substantial changes to its police department, including steps to rein in the use of force, bolster training and address discriminatory practices.—
Ernesto Londoño,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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The types of pollen and the quantities of pollen grains found at a site help researchers reconstruct ancient forests, track sea-level changes and identify the fingerprints of significant events, such as asteroid impacts or civilizations collapsing.—
Francisca Oboh Ikuenobe,
The Conversation,
20 May 2025
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Madlock said there isn’t the quantity of offerings found in Cabo, but that there are plenty of solid bars and restaurants in La Paz.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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“Measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measure. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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