barometer
Example Sentences
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Who on this roster measures up against the barometer that is Oklahoma City?
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
On the convention floor, I ran into Andy Levin, who is something of a local political barometer with his own ideas about where the Democrats should go.
From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026
Monitoring West Texas crude oil is essential because it serves as a key barometer for both global economic activity and inflation trends.
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
The Fed views the PCE index as the most accurate barometer of U.S. inflation trends.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026
Ralph’s work dipped and peaked with the barometer.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
Vocabulary lists containing barometer
Physical Geography - Introductory
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Weather and Climate - Introductory
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Physical Geography - Middle School
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