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measure

[mezh-er] / ˈmɛʒ ər /








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Stool samples were analyzed with metagenomics to measure the composition of the gut microbiome.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

It is not designed to measure intelligence, IQ or academic ability.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

The measure will be applied for the World Cup and reassessed after the tournament.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Referees are graded after every game and those who don’t measure up in their first match don’t work another one.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Small tastes of freedom, joy, and celebration were permitted, or even encouraged, because from the master’s point of view, it made sense to allow a measure of comfort and happiness.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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