measuring (out)

Definition of measuring (out)next
present participle of measure (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for measuring (out)
Verb
  • While some college majors like liberal arts and performing arts are resulting in rock-bottom salaries, other stable career pathways are handing out the same dismal pay.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Local vendors handing out samples included barbecue sauce and seasoning from Riley’s Ribz, Essie Marie’s Salad Dressing and healthy crustless sandwiches for kids from Mo’Mo Bites.
    Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • There will be an Italian gelato machine whipping up fresh ice cream, a station spraying 24-karat gold onto miniature chocolate Oscars, and a live izakaya doling out traditional Japanese bites, as reported by Reuters.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie sat in their Hawaiian thrones mostly doling out compliments.
    Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Measuring (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measuring%20%28out%29. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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