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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During these tests, the platform demonstrated its ability to perform tasks in conditions approximating real combat scenarios.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
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Only the handful of relegation-proof Premier League clubs have anything approximating US sport franchise valuations, because everyone else’s value could evaporate as a result of a bad season or two.—
Andrés Martinez,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
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That is also reflected in the latest analysis of the bill by senate staff, which includes possible new wording focusing only on the assessment and not on establishing a new policy to bring back grizzlies.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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The broader Baha Mar resort carries more of that focus, particularly through the wildlife sanctuary and marine programming, which reflect the property's emphasis on conservation and environmental education.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Citing these extenuating circumstances, Ford approached the administration late last year to request temporary tariff relief.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
9 Apr. 2026
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Your optimistic spirit stays strong when habits match your values, so pick savings goals that fit your real life.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Apr. 2026
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The teeth matched those of a fossil nautiloid called Paleocadmus pohli that had been found in the same area.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 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 11 Apr. 2026.
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