tallness

noun

Definition of tallnessnext
as in loftiness

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  1. loftiness
  2. highness
  3. inches
  4. stature
Noun
  • Even setting aside the loftiness of these goals, investors should be aware of the potential dilution implied if any meaningful portion of these tranches vest.
    — David Trainer, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Definition of loftiness
Noun
  • While Prince William is having his wedding day moment with Travis on New Heights, PEOPLE previously reported that his royal highness will not be attending the Kansas City Chiefs tight end's nuptials.
    — Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Before the end of World War II, imperial highnesses were in abundant supply.
    — Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 8 June 2025
Definition of highness
Noun
  • Yet, our interest remains thoroughly focused on the shoulder—or, more accurately, a few inches above, where the iconic power shoulder resides.
    — Talia Namdar-Cohen, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The antenna is extremely lightweight, and the team miniaturized it to be both the right size and shape to fit the tiny helicopters, which sit just 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the ground at rest.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of inches
Noun
  • For years, Modi, a balding man of small stature, has held an outsized presence in the imagination of the Indian public.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • As the summer winds down and the college sports calendar begins again, UConn coach Dan Hurley is again using his stature in men’s basketball to call for reform, clarification.
    — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of stature
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