measuring (out)

present participle of measure (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for measuring (out)
Verb
  • The five were handing out reprints of the editorial outside a room where NIH director Jay Bhattacharya had been scheduled to speak.
    Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 6 June 2026
  • Plus, an on-site bookmobile will be handing out free books.
    Laura Daily, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • Recent reports indicate that Congress members may also favor their alma maters when doling out earmarks.
    Heather McCambly, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
  • The awards came shortly thereafter, doling out the first accolades in 1991.
    Carly Westerfield, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 June 2026
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“Measuring (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measuring%20%28out%29. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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