as in compares (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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Forbes approximates that Jenner is worth $670 million.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026 -
Some bakers find that adding lemon juice or vinegar to milk approximates buttermilk’s acidity adequately for their uses.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Atmos says the rise reflects better detection and faster repairs, not worsening conditions.—
Lexi Salazar,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The shift reflects a broader change in how collectors and institutions approach works on paper, even if the market has been slower to catch up.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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The California governor’s race remains characterized by chaos and low voter engagement despite significant scandals and drama, with widespread indecision affecting both parties as election day approaches less than 50 days away.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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In ominous voiceover, Sam feels her bile rising as Hathaway’s Mary approaches after a decade-long estrangement.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Measures up (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measures%20up%20%28to%29. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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