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also gaged
1
as in calculated
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
glance over the pattern and try to gauge how much fabric you'll need
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2
as in measured
to find out the size, extent, or amount of
very difficult to gauge how upset he really is by his controlled reaction
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That basic annuity is calculated using years of service and the highest average pay during three consecutive years of service, so even employees who are eligible for the program could end up with a lower-than-expected benefit if they are pushed out.—
Jesse Pound,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025 -
The Village Board is expected to discuss potential changes to these fees, but as they are calculated today, the developer’s cost would be approximately $393,000 to the two school districts serving the area, and approximately $395,000 to the Glenview Park District, Brady said.—
Jennifer Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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The eels measured nearly 3 feet in length.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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Interestingly, the researchers successfully measured 18 microvolts of electricity generated across the cylinder when it was oriented perpendicularly to Earth’s magnetic field.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2025
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Shipping is estimated to begin in late April.—
Sarah Lord,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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They are estimated to begin shipping in late May.—
Sarah Lord,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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Loyola High’s freshman class last season in lacrosse was judged one of its best, and now with a year of high school experience under their belt, the players are showing off their talent.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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That said, the default design seems well-judged and should suit most people’s tastes.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Gauged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gauged. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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