MEASURES UP (TO) Synonyms: 17 Similar Words

measures up (to)

verb

present tense third-person singular of measure up (to)

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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Lennox perfectly approximates Franklin’s confidence and repose on the cover of her latest album, Vacancy.

— Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 7 May 2026
Forbes approximates that Jenner is worth $670 million.

— Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026

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The strategy reflects a broader shift among Chinese chip companies that are exploring architectural innovations instead of relying solely on smaller manufacturing processes.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
The Sky still consider her day-to-day, but her absence reflects a growing tension between her needs as a veteran guard and the team’s rapidly devolving chances of competing this season.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

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Photo provided Meanwhile, a man believed to be a cop approaches the wrong-way driver, instructing him to get out of the car.

— Jenna DeAngelis, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Best Restaurants Comune Comune approaches plant-forward dining without preaching a sermon of health, using global influences and thoughtful technique to create dishes that remind you how satisfying vegetarian cooking can be.

— Rafael Pena, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

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