as in standards
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
according to the usual metrics by which we judge fiction, this novel is an utter failure
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Recent Examples of metrics
Of course, a reliable method for measuring a team’s performance is to use underlying metrics to understand the team’s process more than its outcomes.
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Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Forward-thinking organizations are already experimenting with hybrid team structures, creating new roles like Agent Bosses and redefining performance metrics to account for human-AI collaboration.
—Swami Chandrasekaran, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
As metrics and modes of consumption evolve, so too will the means by which cultural influence and commercial success are measured.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Though revenue metrics were higher, P&G’s volume was flat compared with the year-ago period.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
Measuring Corporate Adoption Treasury departments evaluate blockchain implementation through traditional financial metrics.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
These delinquencies can be an early indicator but must be assessed alongside other economic metrics.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Oct. 2025
By most Hollywood metrics, David Ozer was a success.
—Steve Belanger, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
By most metrics, this is the strongest buyer footing in years, and by some measures in decades, with more time to decide, more options to choose from, and more room to negotiate.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025
Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Forward-thinking organizations are already experimenting with hybrid team structures, creating new roles like Agent Bosses and redefining performance metrics to account for human-AI collaboration.
—Swami Chandrasekaran, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
As metrics and modes of consumption evolve, so too will the means by which cultural influence and commercial success are measured.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Though revenue metrics were higher, P&G’s volume was flat compared with the year-ago period.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
Measuring Corporate Adoption Treasury departments evaluate blockchain implementation through traditional financial metrics.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
These delinquencies can be an early indicator but must be assessed alongside other economic metrics.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Oct. 2025
By most Hollywood metrics, David Ozer was a success.
—Steve Belanger, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025
By most metrics, this is the strongest buyer footing in years, and by some measures in decades, with more time to decide, more options to choose from, and more room to negotiate.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for metrics
Noun
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For his part, Elliott has impressed Villa personnel with his attitude and application, which chimes with Emery’s coaching staff’s uber-meticulous professional standards.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Then unlimited human creativity invents new jobs that deliver more value overall, and living standards rise.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In practice, that means if a user is searching for a stay in a particular area with certain criteria that isn’t available, Airbnb will now suggest other rentals with similar prices and amenities in nearby areas.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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Those that didn't meet the criteria were supposed to be revoked.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Pay is typically reviewed on a cycle ‒ often annually ‒ against market benchmarks, budgets, and overall company performance.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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My trading algorithm brings structure, rules, and discipline to options traders and is beating the benchmarks.—
Nishant Pant,
CNBC,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Metrics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metrics. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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