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 At a time when comedy projects often need advocates, there aren’t many at the moment who are bigger — both in impact and stature — than John Cena. Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 27 June 2026 Chop Robinson, Josh Uche and David Ojabo are viewed as the front-runners to become Miami’s starting and rotational edge rushers because of the talent, experience level and maybe former draft stature each possesses. Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026 Joe stayed at the NCI as a public servant for a half-century, when a scientist of his stature surely could have left to help start a biotech company and made millions. Lawrence Ingrassia, STAT, 26 June 2026 Branded as Princeton research, the paper’s influence continued to expand, boosting the university program’s renown and Pacala and Socolow’s stature. Maddie Stone, ProPublica, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stature
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Noun
  • As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.
    Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
  • Featuring a subtle platform for extra height, soft fabric straps to prevent irritation, and an OrthoLite footbed to withstand long hours on your feet, these flip-flops are perfect for dressing up or down without having to compromise on comfort.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026
Noun
  • Positioned at an elevation of about 2,600 meters, the radar can reportedly detect ballistic missile launches at distances of up to 3,106 miles (5,000 kilometers).
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
  • Despite its 7,486-yard length and strong winds, the 3,000-foot elevation aids play on wide fairways and undulating greens.
    Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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“Stature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stature. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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