tape measure

Example Sentences

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The tale of the tape measure behind Grant’s greatness is the down-to-the inch precision of her preparation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Stanley declined to say what will happen to the building that houses the tape measure factory.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Use a flexible tape measure and wrap it around the narrowest part of your neck, keeping the tape snug but not tight.

From Science Daily • Oct. 20, 2025

Scientists on the expedition measured the coral using a type of tape measure under water.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2024

Harry suddenly realized that the tape measure, which was measuring between his nostrils, was doing this on its own.

From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling