metre

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For 150 years, the International Bureau of Weights and Measures has provided the framework for a common system of measurements for the countries that signed up to the Metre Convention.

From Barron's • Oct. 15, 2025

Van Metre used optimization software in the factory that tracked every piece of material used and where and when it would be needed, says Wheeler, which can reduce costs for future modular-built houses.

From Washington Post • Jun. 9, 2022

For customers who want to see their design choices in person, Van Metre can drop off a sample or schedule a solo tour of a model to maintain social distancing.

From Washington Post • Apr. 8, 2020

Fulton, of course, is one of many sportsmen who have been dubbed Two Metre Peter.

From The Guardian • Jan. 3, 2020

“Tropical workers start being inoculated at Metre 150,” Mr. Foster explained to the students.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley