as in rhythms
the recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity
the poem's heavy meter is meant to reinforce the atmosphere of gloom
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Recent Examples of meters
Hannah Hughes, Boston Herald, 7 June 2026
Separately, Russian authorities reported that the area affected by a fire at the Ust-Labinsk oil depot in the Krasnodar region of southern Russia is about 5,000 square meters (54,000 sq feet).
—Bloomberg, Fortune, 6 June 2026
The fossils came from small mammals that researchers recovered from two Early Pleistocene layers, or 30 meters deep.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
For six days, there had been no radio contact or sign of Hillary Dawa Sherpa, 52, who was last seen on May 29 resting above Camp 3, which sits at 7,060 meters (23,163 feet).
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Less took the jet to a maximum altitude of 43,400 feet (13,228 meters) and a top speed of 713 mph (1,147 kph).
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 5 June 2026
Each model is also home to 18-karat solid-gold hours and minutes hands in a luminescent material and a water resistance of 150 meters.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
And in so many ways, this senior's race was much longer than 200 meters.
—John Lauritsen, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The reflecting pool, which is more than 2,000 feet (610 meters) long, was originally built in the 1920s.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
Noun
Chloe Elder, who was last year’s runner-up in the 400 meters, became this year’s champion and ran her season’s best.
—Hannah Hughes, Boston Herald, 7 June 2026
Separately, Russian authorities reported that the area affected by a fire at the Ust-Labinsk oil depot in the Krasnodar region of southern Russia is about 5,000 square meters (54,000 sq feet).
—Bloomberg, Fortune, 6 June 2026
The fossils came from small mammals that researchers recovered from two Early Pleistocene layers, or 30 meters deep.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
For six days, there had been no radio contact or sign of Hillary Dawa Sherpa, 52, who was last seen on May 29 resting above Camp 3, which sits at 7,060 meters (23,163 feet).
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Less took the jet to a maximum altitude of 43,400 feet (13,228 meters) and a top speed of 713 mph (1,147 kph).
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 5 June 2026
Each model is also home to 18-karat solid-gold hours and minutes hands in a luminescent material and a water resistance of 150 meters.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
And in so many ways, this senior's race was much longer than 200 meters.
—John Lauritsen, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The reflecting pool, which is more than 2,000 feet (610 meters) long, was originally built in the 1920s.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meters
Noun
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The cocktail menu blends astrology and biodynamics, with drinks revolving around cosmic rhythms.—
Lane Nieset,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Jazz is a quintessential American art form, one that was invented in America, a collision of very different influences of Afro-Caribbean influences and rhythms and European classical influences all coming together in this melting pot.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The study included 103 adults who were asked to meditate while their brain activity was monitored using an electroencephalogram or EEG test, a tool that measures electrical patterns in the brain through sensors placed on the scalp.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Think how sophisticated the near-instant data processing has to be to cope with the output of each of the sensors which constantly measures three dimensions of linear and three of angular acceleration.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 June 2026
Noun
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The model version, the data, the tool configuration, the agent memory, the identity context – all of it lives in different places, captured at different cadences, often owned by different teams.—
Pranay Ahlawat,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Other than that, the differences in the format were small, distracting only because of how ingrained the cadences of the original are.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Mar. 2026
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On Marcriá, RaiNao expands her range, threading her island’s bomba and plena music through bassy reggaeton beats and orchestration.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 May 2026
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Hacks has often followed the beats of a romantic comedy, sometimes to its detriment.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Trever parts his hair to the right while his brother styles his combover to the left.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Later, Hamilton parts the sea on his kick scooter, speedily escaping from the hectic press area.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Jen Murphy is an award-winning journalist who splits her time between Colorado and Maui.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Albert Berdellans, who leads AI at Inveniam, the firm behind the NVNM Chain, splits the market in two.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Verb
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In the middle, a Cartman in the role of a Midtown tax adviser dispenses accounting tips and tricks, culled from a YouTube account run by a real-life New York CPA.—
Theo Belci,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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This Oxo dish brush features a handle that dispenses soap at the push of a button.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Best Outdoor Decor Deals Shop Memorial Day decor deals for every outdoor space, from extra-plush patio chair cushions to a stylish outdoor area rug that’s made with weather-resistant materials and safe to use in the rain.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
24 May 2026
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Shop more Wayfair Memorial Day outlet deals below.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2026
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“Meters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meters. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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