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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
Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
The corporation prefers a 15-minute measure of audience reach, as opposed to the three-minute data published by Barb.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
For the first time, TIME and data firm Statista have created a rigorous methodology with which to measure the world’s most sustainable companies for 2024.
—Time Staff, Time, 7 Jan. 2026
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Noun
However, as the night progressed, Jenner was ready to change out of her red carpet-worthy look into some leggings and polarizing shoes—even going to extreme measures to get out of her stilettos.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
The corporation prefers a 15-minute measure of audience reach, as opposed to the three-minute data published by Barb.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
One popular approach is to embrace the lesson of Firth’s pithy quote and measure whether two models’ representations of an input keep the same company.
—Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
For the first time, TIME and data firm Statista have created a rigorous methodology with which to measure the world’s most sustainable companies for 2024.
—Time Staff, Time, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for measure
Noun
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Running out of battery mid-flight means missing entertainment and the chance to use apps that help manage nervousness or track turbulence.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Manufacturers would also have to provide a means for first responders to access the car from outside when electric power is lost.—
Andrea Guzmán,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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While a once-a-week watering schedule is a good rule of thumb, the correct amount of water and frequency of watering depend on factors such as air temperature, humidity, the amount of light the plant receives, and the type of soil it’s planted in.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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McMillan has produced 154 more yards and the same amount of touchdowns (7) in roughly half the time that Legette has played over the past two years.—
Mike Kaye
Updated January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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However, it was later determined that the case did not meet authorities' acceptance criteria at the time.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors said last weekend that the legal criteria to detain the bar's owners had so far not been met.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
9 Jan. 2026
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Pass protection faltered, the run game stalled and Love couldn’t find a rhythm through the air as Green Bay welcomed Chicago back into the game and the Bears once again took advantage to end their archrival’s season in stunning fashion.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Over nearly two decades, Ray has forged a singular path across the boundaries of techno, ambient, and avant-garde sound, evolving from the delicate minimalism of his early releases to a distinctive blend of hypnotic textures and futuristic rhythms.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
12 Jan. 2026
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This set includes a total of nine containers with matching lids in four different sizes — enough to store meals and snacks for several days.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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The insulation may be the wrong size for the wall cavity, or the vapor barrier might be improperly stapled to the studs—or detached.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
16 Jan. 2026
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Markets are grappling to gauge demand that remains steadfast.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, markets reacted nervously today, with European stocks falling and US futures pointing lower as investors worldwide try to gauge how tensions between the US and Europe might develop.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
20 Jan. 2026
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The court’s eventual ruling could have broad implications for how schools nationwide regulate transgender participation in athletics.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Jan. 2026
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Additionally, sprouted whole-grain bread is significantly higher in blood-pressure-regulating minerals such as magnesium than bread made with refined white flour.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
13 Jan. 2026
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In the wake of the explosion, experts have questioned whether local authorities and PG&E, which has a troubled history of gas-safety incidents, took the appropriate steps to keep residents safe, including telling people to leave the area after the leak was discovered.—
Ethan Varian,
Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2026
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The 4,000-square-foot Sky Terrace Penthouse goes a step further with a private studio equipped with a Peloton bike, Echelon Reflect fitness mirror, and Technogym bench.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measure. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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