measure (up)

verb

Definition of measure (up)next
as in to come (to)

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  1. match
  2. approach
  3. touch
Verb
  • All those rotations have made the single a radio smash for the first time, and its ascent helps the singer match one of the most successful musical acts of all time in the country.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
  • One is shy, good, and bright but because of the pigmentation of her green skin she’s considered other, an outsider, while the girl with the wavy blonde tresses that match her complexion is frivolous, selfish, yet to discover her inner glow.
    Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of match
Verb
  • This invites us to approach relationships and self-love with softness and creativity.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2025
  • McVay said seeding scenarios would influence his decision about how to approach a finale only if an opportunity to secure a bye was at stake.
    Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of approach
Verb
  • Artificial intelligence will remain a transformative force in 2025, touching every aspect of personal branding and professional development.
    William Arruda, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Once touched, the prospective roach buyer will get stuck and die.
    Charlie Dektar, The New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of touch
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“Measure (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/measure%20%28up%29. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

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