measured

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Household indebtedness remains high but below recent peaks when measured as a share of after-tax income.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Centcom described its actions as "measured, purely defensive, and intended to maintain the ceasefire".

From BBC • May 28, 2026

A confirmed breakout could lead to a measured move toward $730 by the end of 2027.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Consistent, measured position sizes ensure that a bad stretch does not wipe you out.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

As he measured a line of society elites, he saw Vernet slipping out of the room.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day