Definition of measurednext
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as in rhythmic
marked by or occurring with a noticeable regularity in the rise and fall of sound the soldier's funeral procession moved along to the measured beating of a drum

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measured

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verb

past tense of measure

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Recent Examples of measured
Adjective
The resulting value in providing a measured approach to patching prioritization without the need to reboot hardware or adhere to cumbersome and lengthy software maintenance windows is compelling. Will Townsend, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 His comedy is more measured and literary than others on this list, but bestselling author and New Yorker/NPR humorist David Sedaris’ live shows always pack ‘em in. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
Opportunity costs can be measured in dollars, but don’t have to be. Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 14 Aug. 2026 Raw marinated tandoori chicken was measured above proper cold holding temperature. Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for measured
Recent Examples of Synonyms for measured
Adjective
  • Eggers noted the system isn’t perfect, but said the point is to take calculated risks—which is why the checks are relatively small.
    Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Gayil Talshir, political science lecturer at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, said Smotrich’s position represents a calculated decision to avoid a firm stance against the exemption that would have forced him to quit the coalition.
    Reuters, NBC news, 7 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Another season of limited minutes and the potential for a big sale could plummet.
    Kaya Kaynak, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The unions offered limited press coverage at the start of the event before the doors close.
    Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Swimming also reduces stress as rhythmic breathing and movement trigger the release of brain chemicals such as endorphins and dopamine, which produce a sense of euphoria and well-being.
    Michael McColly, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Sure, rhythmic, pattering rain can help regulate your nervous system, and trigger your autonomous sensory meridian response, but me?
    Erita Chen, New Yorker, 14 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • At CalPERS, overall performance will be gauged against a passive reference portfolio of 75% global stocks and 25% bonds, though teams will also still have asset benchmarks that will be reported to the board.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
  • But normality is gauged by behavior, an individual’s social life.
    Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • The now 34-year-old claimed that Debra controlled every aspect of her personal and financial life until her mother died due to cancer in 2013.
    Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The siblings’ father, Jerry Buss, controlled the team from 1979 until his death in 2013.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Others have a tight, considered design, especially the islands meant to highlight a specific weapon or gadget.
    Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026
  • Six others are still at large and considered fugitives, including a Caracas TV network mogul who was close to the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez and his successor, Nicolás Maduro, who is being held in a New York jail on federal drug charges.
    Jay Weaver July 21, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026
Adjective
  • Shareholders of the electric vehicle maker last November approved a restricted stock plan that the company valued at $158 billion.
    Ross Kerber, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2026
  • As predicted, the seasonally restricted Dining Out NYC has been but a shadow of its year-round predecessor.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Scientists estimated that the original space rocket weighed more than 2,000 pounds (900 kg).
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The bear weighed 202 pounds, and was the last bear Roosevelt shot in his long, colorful hunting career.
    Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026

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“Measured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measured. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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