measured

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“We would expect EssilorLuxottica to favor a measured approach to wearables growth, prioritizing growth in its own retail channels versus wholesale to secure crucial operating leverage,” Bernstein said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Merrill described his brother as a true missionary and “a saint” and wrote that Alan’s life was not measured in years, “but in love, sacrifice, and purpose.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

An RIA may make options trades, but they typically do so in a measured and strategic way, rather than aggressive — or even reckless — speculation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

But I think this discovery allows us to focus specifically on something which we've never measured before.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

I went over to look at them, my footsteps echoing on the tile, and then I became aware of a measured plink plink plink, coming from the faucet of the tub.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt