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as in calculated
decided on as a result of careful thought
a measured response to the terrorist attack
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as in limited
having distinct or certain limits
the measured authority of the mayor in running the town's affairs
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as in rhythmical
marked by or occurring with a noticeable regularity in the rise and fall of sound
the soldier's funeral procession moved along to the measured beating of a drum
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as in gauged
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 controlled
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 measured
Natasha Turak, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2024
Earlier in the day, Vice President Kamala Harris struck a measured tone on the subject, steering clear of mentioning Trump by name in an interview with Black journalists that starkly contrasted with the former president’s highly contentious appearance in July before the same group.
—Steve Peoples, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2024
Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
This is because when their average lifetime is measured via two different methods, the results are also different.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2024
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Iran’s generals and its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have pledged revenge, but their actions and language suggest a more measured response so far.
—Natasha Turak, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2024
Earlier in the day, Vice President Kamala Harris struck a measured tone on the subject, steering clear of mentioning Trump by name in an interview with Black journalists that starkly contrasted with the former president’s highly contentious appearance in July before the same group.
—Steve Peoples, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2024
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Its cells measured 6 feet by 9 feet.
—Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024
This is because when their average lifetime is measured via two different methods, the results are also different.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2024
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Dillahunt will play modern cowboy William Macon, a self-righteous, conspiracy-minded man who masks his ruthless ambition behind a charming and calculated facade.Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
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Bringing the show back now was a calculated decision, according to Davis.Julia MacCary, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
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Don’t be dismayed by the limited size run (which only goes up to a large)—this jacket runs really big.Abigail Barronian, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Wide receiver Deebo Samuel (rib, oblique) and defensive end Nick Bosa (hip) also will suit up after being listed as questionable and limited in practice.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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These are words that reflect a more considered and customized approach in providing wellness experiences.Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Through it all, Smith navigates his character’s many heavy situations with a careful and considered performance.Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
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Hanan Townshend’s score, with its heavy, rhythmic breathing and ethereal tones, cultivates a constant atmosphere of unease.Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
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The six-stringed tandem of Murray, Gers and Smith sounded like an orchestra together as each guitarist delivered virtuosic lyrical solos — with Harris and McBrain providing muscular rhythmic support.David Chiu, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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The gold mask was larger, but weighed less than another fragment of a gold mask that was found at the site earlier on in 2021, according to the Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics and Archaeology Research Institute.Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 4 Oct. 2024
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Accidents are often linked to cargo that has been inaccurately labeled, weighed or stored.CBS News, CBS News, 3 Oct. 2024
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This reusable, insulated tumbler keeps her drinks hot for hours—and comes with a secure lid to help keep them contained.Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2024
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The report found Quan’s system contained a toxic mix of drugs at the time of his death, which included fentanyl, alprazolam, codeine, promethazine and THC.Michael Saponara, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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Homes are traditionally decorated, featuring deliberate designs called rangolis made of colored rice, sand, or flower petals to summon the goddess Lakshmi to bless their home with wealth and success.Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 30 Oct. 2024
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The United States faces strong headwinds from cultural conflict, as well as deliberate efforts by domestic and foreign actors to sow divisions, spread disinformation, and create distrust in the system.Jenna Bednar, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
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How to become a wildlife rehabilitator The process to legally take care of certain kinds of restricted wildlife varies by state, but virtually everyone who wants to help rehabilitate a squirrel or similar animal in the U.S. needs a permit from their state and possibly the federal government.Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
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Rather than reach restricted free agency this past summer, the 26-year-old Jones inked a four-year, $53.8 million rookie-scale contract extension to stay under contract with the Pelicans through the 2026-27 NBA season in June 2023.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Measured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measured. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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