gauge
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Key details: A gauge that measures what consumers think about the current state of the economy fell to a record low of 50.1 in April, down from 55.8 in the prior month.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026
Rusty Hicks, the chairman of the California Democratic Party, said victims must be believed and also reiterated his call for Democratic candidates to gauge their viability.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
The price of a McDonald’s Big Mac, for example, has long been an unofficial gauge of comparing buying power between nations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
“An alternative scenario is that the deadline is extended, and the markets face another uneasy period of trying to gauge the latest mood music in the US and Iran,” he added.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
She stared at me for a second, possibly trying to gauge whether I was messing with her.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
Vocabulary lists containing gauge
ACT Vocabulary List
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Life Is So Good
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Our Town
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
