sizing

noun

siz·​ing ˈsī-ziŋ How to pronounce sizing (audio)

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This can be explained by myriad of factors but some of the most widely accepted is the slow right sizing of the economy post-pandemic, a cooling job market and rising inflation leaving workers prioritizing a steady paycheck and a healthy workplace culture above all else. Jasmine Browley, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 Don’t wait to stock up for your own footwear collection — colors and sizing are going fast. Miles Walls, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025 Normal bettors, using the Kelly criterion for optimal bet sizing, would end up making money more than 75% of the time, and would end up with $372,000 on average. Felix Salmon, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024 The sizing wasn't right or receiving a very similar gift. Brittney Melton, NPR, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sizing 

Word History

First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sizing was in 1825

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“Sizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sizing. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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sizing

noun
siz·​ing
ˈsī-ziŋ

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