as in to measure
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to find the quantity or amount of (something)
It is difficult to quantify intelligence. Doctors have quantified the risks of smoking cigarettes. It is impossible to quantify the number of websites on the Internet.
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Recent Examples of quantify
Scientists are now trying to better quantify the problem.
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Brian Otieno, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
Our study attempted to fill this gap by quantifying how earnings changed in response to an additional year of schooling.
—Harry Anthony Patrinos, The Conversation, 3 Jan. 2025
Those market changes are based on incoming data that quantifies the increasing risks.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
After introducing the tracers at specific locations, the study area is periodically sampled to detect and quantify the tracers' distribution, providing insights into sediment movement over time.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
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Brian Otieno, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
Our study attempted to fill this gap by quantifying how earnings changed in response to an additional year of schooling.
—Harry Anthony Patrinos, The Conversation, 3 Jan. 2025
Those market changes are based on incoming data that quantifies the increasing risks.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
After introducing the tracers at specific locations, the study area is periodically sampled to detect and quantify the tracers' distribution, providing insights into sediment movement over time.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for quantify
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quantify
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Marker specificity: Urine tests often measure methylmalonic acid (MMA tests) rather than direct B12 levels.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
15 Jan. 2025
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However, on the scale that measured people’s own assessments of their cognitive function, those who ate unprocessed red meat had a 16% higher risk of having memory issues than those who ate minimal amounts.—
Alice Park,
TIME,
15 Jan. 2025
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But Zach Kass, a futurist who spoke at The Pet Industry Leadership conference in Florida this week, explained that the cost of units of AI are declining much faster than computing power has typically dropped in the past.—
Richard Kestenbaum,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Quantum stocks – Quantum computing stocks gained after Microsoft unveiled its quantum-ready plan aimed at preparing businesses for the rise of quantum computers.—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2025
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Here are some names being batted around as the market starts to heat up and the Hurricanes assess their needs.—
Cory Lavalette,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Regularly assess progress and address concerns constructively.—
Chaitra Vedullapalli,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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But the new scooter lacked a platform underneath the seat and weighed about 50 pounds — too heavy for her needs, said Marcia Harris, support groups and outreach manager for the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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However, the new administration must weigh the benefits against the burdens imposed by the compressed timelines and rigid mandates.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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