as in dimensions
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 glues
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 sizes
Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Lightweight and travel-approved with classic and mini sizes available.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Indeed, reissuing books with new cover designs, different sizes and bindings, new introductions, or other ancillary material is commonly practiced to revive backlist sales and cross-promote newer offerings.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Today’s books come in all shapes and sizes, with several indie producers creating high-quality products for proud paper nerds.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
That's a pretty penny indeed, and a step up from the non-Wallpaper evo G6 models that come in at $1,000 less at the same sizes.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2026
Plants can be maintained at a variety of sizes.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Antique shops often have fantastic choices in different colors and stackable sizes.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
It’s also offered in sizes extra small through XXL.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
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While regular sizing may be adequate for mild bunions, others might want to consider shopping for sizes specifically labeled for wide feet.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Lightweight and travel-approved with classic and mini sizes available.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Indeed, reissuing books with new cover designs, different sizes and bindings, new introductions, or other ancillary material is commonly practiced to revive backlist sales and cross-promote newer offerings.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Today’s books come in all shapes and sizes, with several indie producers creating high-quality products for proud paper nerds.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 24 Apr. 2026
That's a pretty penny indeed, and a step up from the non-Wallpaper evo G6 models that come in at $1,000 less at the same sizes.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 24 Apr. 2026
Plants can be maintained at a variety of sizes.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Antique shops often have fantastic choices in different colors and stackable sizes.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
It’s also offered in sizes extra small through XXL.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
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“Sizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sizes. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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