sizes 1 of 2

plural of size
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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noun (2)

plural of size
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
Noun
The county fields safety questions about parks of all sizes and in parts of town with varying socioeconomic backgrounds. Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026 The model, which also showcases the Prestige de la France emblem on the caseback, has remained in the VC lineup for the past 40 years, taking on different sizes, materials, and colors. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026 In store, conversations tend to be longer than on other markets, with more questions about materials, colors and construction, and average basket sizes larger. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 In this report, experts from Socure, Accenture, IBM and other companies talk about the current fraud landscape, how criminals use AI, who is being targeted and what anti-fraud tech and strategies are the most effective for businesses of all sizes. Ray Fernandez, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 His campaign pointed to Senate Bill 15 and Senate Bill 840 passed in 2025, which deal with residential lot sizes and mixed-use and multifamily residential development. Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026 That said, cobbler shakers are typically smaller than Boston shakers, which come in a variety of sizes. Justine Sterling, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 July 2026 While Malas has her own line, the shop also sells Tyler McGillivary, Kina & Tam, Lauren Perrin and more, sometimes with extended sizes made just for Malas. New York Times, 31 July 2026 By pairing digital manufacturer coupons with store promotional events, Wheeler shares that expectant parents can build a year’s supply across multiple sizes at 50% off before their baby even arrives. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sizes
Noun
  • Partnerships Must Do More Than Add Logos GHA evaluates partnerships across several dimensions.
    Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • In terms of dimensions, seats offer 38 inches of pitch and eight inches of recline, and a foot rest (but no leg support).
    Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Science of Glue Molecular glues work in a fundamentally different way from other oral medicines.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
  • The science of glue Molecular glues work in a fundamentally different way from other oral medicines.
    Bloomberg, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
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  • For example, decorations may be strictly limited to the door (and not the surrounding hallway walls), and adhesives, which can damage the paint on doors, may be used in creative pursuits.
    Erica Silverstein, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
  • The aerospace expansion aims to produce high-performance structural adhesives and surfacing products for commercial aerospace and space exploration.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 11 July 2026

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“Sizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sizes. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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