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as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
such new security measures as metal detectors at all the entrances
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as in criterion
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
during the Renaissance, man came to be viewed as the measure of all things
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as in rhythm
the recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity
the song's soft, soothing measures make it a good lullaby
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as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
a slipcover for the couch that was made to measure
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as in to gauge
to find out the size, extent, or amount of
for this experiment, you need to carefully measure all the chemicals before you mix them together
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as in to regulate
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
he carefully measured his response to the provocative question
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Recent Examples of measure
Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacramento Bee, 15 Mar. 2025
The paths of people like Carter are a measure of the golden age lost.
—Nathan Heller, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2025
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
The series also proved popular for Disney+, recording more viewing time (as measured by Nielsen) than any other original show on the streamer outside the Marvel and Star Wars franchises.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
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Noun
These measures are in place to facilitate a safe and organized re-entry process.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacramento Bee, 15 Mar. 2025
The paths of people like Carter are a measure of the golden age lost.
—Nathan Heller, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
Take the guess work out of when to plant by keeping track of air temperatures and purchasing an inexpensive soil thermometer to measure soil temperatures.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
The series also proved popular for Disney+, recording more viewing time (as measured by Nielsen) than any other original show on the streamer outside the Marvel and Star Wars franchises.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for measure
Noun
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Although the policy is currently being challenged in court, the amount of federal funding for research at institutions across the country remains uncertain.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Moderate and high doses of alcohol also reduce the overall amount of REM sleep an individual gets in a night, Reffi added.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Counselors recommend focusing on personal criteria for success rather than external validation.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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The storm is anticipated to produce winds exceeding 35 mph, reducing visibility to less than a quarter-mile for at least three hours in some regions, meeting the National Weather Service's criteria for a blizzard.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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There was no blood, but the violence had rhythm, like a theater of fear. Inside the intake room, a sea of trustees descended on the men with electric shavers, stripping heads of hair with haste.—
Philip Holsinger,
TIME,
21 Mar. 2025
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His beats have lots of detail but no fixed center, creating rhythms that call to mind choppy waves or a record that’s stuck in a groove.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The type of wood used for the barrels, the size of the barrels, and the temperature and humidity conditions in the aging warehouses significantly influence the oxidative process and the flavor profile of the Tawny Port. Portuguese and American oak are used in Port wine production.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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The bags currently retail for $9,000 and up but can resell for $30,000 or more, depending on size, color and condition.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In that, this would be a very good means for Sony and FromSoftware to gauge the popularity of the series as a whole and see if remasters of the older games would be a worthwhile endeavor.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Illumina is lowering its earnings per share guidance — a financial metric that helps gauge a company’s outlook — to $4.50.—
Natallie Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The outcome and the broader legal strategy behind the lawsuit could have far-reaching implications not only for Brazil but for any country or region – such as the European Union – attempting to regulate online spaces.—
Camille Grenier,
The Conversation,
21 Mar. 2025
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The first step is to regulate your body, Akua K. Boateng, PhD, an individual and couples therapist and founder of Boateng Consulting, tells SELF.—
Carolyn L. Todd,
SELF,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Style your pair with straight-leg jeans, day dresses, or casual skirts to keep your look feeling fresh, especially on days when you’re bound to get plenty of steps.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
19 Mar. 2025
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Instead of inching toward 30/30 seasons, all three took a step backward.—
John Romano,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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As a result, some supplement products may not contain the ingredients listed on the label or in the quantities mentioned.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
20 Mar. 2025
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Lacking the quality or quantity required; insufficient for a purpose.—
Wayne Chan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measure. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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