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size up

[sahyz-uhp] / ˈsaɪzˌʌp /
































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As scientists’ understanding of these tipping points improves—and emissions continue—investors and companies are beginning to size up the implications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Barron’s recently convened a group of Europe-focused investment experts to size up the outlook for European markets after this year’s historic run.

From Barron's • Nov. 20, 2025

These are yardstick games because the Rams and Chargers can size up their chances against top-shelf competition — and because losing would feel to them like a ruler rapping across the knuckles.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024

Payments are fixed by property size, up to a maximum of four bedrooms, and are subject to a nationwide cap that limits claims in several parts of London.

From BBC • Oct. 31, 2024

Always quick to size up any new situation, he was coming forward slowly, keeping close to the ground himself.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams




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