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 recall affects multiple sizes of Tractor Wheel snack packages as well as variety packs. — Gagandeep Singh, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026 These experiments suggest protein duplication could have helped vaults evolve different sizes. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026 In the pre pay-for-play world of college sports, coaches’ main gripes were facilities, staff sizes and the state of the program left by the previous head coach. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026 According to supporters, the funds have been used for school lunches and smaller class sizes along with children's healthcare and Medi-Cal. — Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026 Reducing the tire sizes is usually the most cost-effective way to do that. — New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026 The Wayfarer is available in two sizes, standard or large, with the same price for each. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026 Some novelty doormats, such as NoTrax Coir Crescent Doormat, have larger overall sizes due to their unique shapes. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026 Each of the 25 units has two bedrooms and two baths, although floor sizes vary with price. — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 29 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sizes
Noun
  • The building already has materials, dimensions, defects, histories, neighbors, owners, previous uses, and established patterns of maintenance or neglect.
    — Julian Rose, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026
  • However, the significance of the Type 004 extends beyond its physical dimensions.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
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  • One day, Cole paged through an album whose acidic glues caused her particular anguish.
    — Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Some glues work differently on different types of plastics, while others vary in drying time or durability.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
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  • Non-stick coatings, plastics, adhesives, oils, and lubricants used to make the air fryer release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) when the appliance warms up.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The approach replaces the oxygen normally generated during water electrolysis with an epoxide, a class of chemicals widely used to manufacture polymers, coatings, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, and other products.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

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“Sizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sizes. Accessed 5 Nov. 2026.

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