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measure (up)

verb

Definition of measure (up)

as in to come (to)

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The soft golden hues of the dress also match the princess’s new engagement ring, which features a sizable dazzling yellow diamond.

— Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2026
Leading the charge is fifth-year tailback Wayne Knight who has 345 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in just three games — matching the Bruins’ total rushing touchdown mark from last season.

— Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of match

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Sam Jochim, economist at EFG International, said rates could rise roughly once every three months as underlying inflation approaches 2%.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2026
An Associated Press reporter who approached the main building was told by a security guard that it was closed.

— MATTHEW DALY, Arkansas Online, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of approach

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The ball first touches the ground, a player or anything else at a point nearer the opponent’s goal line than the passer’s hand.

— Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Shipstead’s electrifying novel spans decades and brings the period of early aviation to thrilling life, in the process touching on themes of women’s empowerment and struggle.

— David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Sep. 2026

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