as in dimension
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
we worried that the immense size of the sofa would make getting it through the doorway impossible
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as in glue
a substance used to stick things together
coated the fabric with size before applying it to the wall
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Recent Examples of size
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
6 July 2026
At this size, handling is just as important as capacity; Galian addresses this with double-cable steering and a steering angle above 90 degrees for parking and tight spaces.
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New Atlas,
6 July 2026
To this, Dobos says more information on the molecular size and weight of the structure (which determines the level of skin penetration) is needed.
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Sarah Han,
Allure,
6 July 2026
Smith said the size of any private-sector stake has yet to be determined.
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ABC News,
6 July 2026
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Birkenstock noted that all three styles are offered in European sizes 35 to 42 and come in three emblematic Repetto shades — Iconic Pink, Flame Red and Profound Black.
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Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
6 July 2026
At this size, handling is just as important as capacity; Galian addresses this with double-cable steering and a steering angle above 90 degrees for parking and tight spaces.
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New Atlas,
6 July 2026
To this, Dobos says more information on the molecular size and weight of the structure (which determines the level of skin penetration) is needed.
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Sarah Han,
Allure,
6 July 2026
Smith said the size of any private-sector stake has yet to be determined.
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ABC News,
6 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for size
Recent Examples of Synonyms for size
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Standard container dimensions also enable civilian transportation infrastructure to move military assets with relative ease, improving operational flexibility, reported SCMP.
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Meanwhile, Dyrholm focused on exploring the different dimensions of Vibeke.
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The students claim that a total of about 300 kg (661 lb) of paper and about 60 kg (132 lb) of Vinavil Pro glue, partly mixed with water, went into the project.
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If common national culture were the crucial glue for team cohesion, the USMNT would be in disarray.
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Blocking the details As with other types of data, nuanced measurements are essential for scientific research that clearly describes problems and identifies solutions that are most likely to be effective.
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Real-time measurements allow researchers to monitor plasma conditions and adjust operating parameters to sustain the fusion reaction safely and efficiently.
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The women scrape the adhesive back into buckets, and the exercise begins again.
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The four-piece set includes two semi-transparent and two transparent shades made from a lightweight, flexible mesh material that utilizes static energy to cling to windows without the need for adhesives or suction cups.
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Oliver may have lived her own world to some extent, but that world was still the real one.
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In bumping off Ecuador 2-0 Tuesday night in the friendly confines of Estadio Azteca, Mexico has set up Telemundo (and to a lesser extent, Fox) for a post-holiday blockbuster against England.
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Rosenqvist’s departure was a bit of a shock, but Scott Dixon decision to leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years with the team was of seismic proportions.
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The bootcut style also has a subtle flair, which helps balance out proportions.
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Researchers estimate an event of similar magnitude has an average return period of about 180 years.
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On the morning of the upcoming Mars-Uranus conjunction, try to spot this eighth-magnitude star as well.
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“Size.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/size. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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