Definition of staturenext
as in height
the distance of something or someone from bottom to top a man of surprisingly great stature

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Recent Examples of stature Anderson is a talented offensive player, though his small stature will lead to questions about his defensive capabilities. Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 24 June 2026 Given her stature as one of the most famous individuals on the planet, the MSG plans underway could still be a giant smokescreen, in an effort to divert attention away from her real wedding arrangements. Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 24 June 2026 McDavid underscored the ranch’s stature in the region. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026 In the carousel, her daughter Vivian could be seen embracing Valente from behind, while her son Benjamin could be seen measuring his height against the athlete’s stature. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stature
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Noun
  • The new boat actively stabilizes its ride height, roll, and pitch to minimize deck motion, ensuring safe pilot transfers even at high speeds.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026
  • Raise mowing height during dry spells to promote deeper roots and conserve soil moisture.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 June 2026
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  • The 10 counties with the lowest percentage of households with AC in the continental United States were all located in coastal areas in California and Oregon, or in the higher elevations of Colorado.
    Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Apiri recently expanded with an adjacent wine-tasting and events space, Ferment Artisan Lab, where oenophiles can get to know the island’s limestone-rich elevations through a taste of some of the best local producers.
    Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026

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“Stature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stature. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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