as in to compare (with)
to come near or nearer to in character or quality
he always worried about measuring up to his older brother
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These are digital environments populated by AI agents with goals, memories, and incentives—each one designed to approximate a real-world behavioral profile.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026 -
So, which games are best for approximating the challenges Artemis will face in settling the moon's surface?—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Inspired by three new Chessmen flavors — Salted Caramel, Cinnamon Sugar and Brown Butter Pecan — the board reflects a color palette of rich caramel and brown butter hues, while also incorporating a hidden compartment in the base that’s perfect for storing cookies.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But Farrell insists that the fees reflect care and determination.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The employee was taking an order in the drive-through line when Peavey approached her from behind and struck her with the brick.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Apr. 2026
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With the midterms approaching, certain primaries have reflected broader debates about whether the Party might consider cursing more, capitalizing tweets, going Dark Woke.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Burke has rare size at nearly 6-foot-9, and a nasty disposition to match.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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The subtle yellows and rust oranges of the upholstery match the shades of the rising sun, with terracotta mugs at the tea and coffee counter and bright pops of red from the centre tables in the living area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Measure up (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measure%20up%20%28to%29. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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