caliber

Example Sentences

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"Same caliber, all the same type of cartridges," he explained, but one is banned while the other is not.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The film itself, however, doesn’t come close to matching the caliber of its talent, who frequently fail to elevate the movie’s treacly after-school-special script.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

A 3-pointer, especially for a marksman of his caliber, is one of the highest-value attempts in the sport.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“Grand and lavish, this limestone townhouse, on a highly coveted block known for its magnificent residences, is truly unparalleled,” it stated, noting that the property was “designed for luxurious living and the highest caliber entertaining.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

I slide out a black metal case and crack it open, revealing, in all its glory, my silver forty-five caliber Ruger LCP pistol.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman