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measure

[mezh-er] / ˈmɛʒ ər /








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Governor Bailey said the Budget measures aimed at containing inflation had helped the Bank's decision to lower interest rates.

From BBC

While human drivers don’t have the best track record and autonomous vehicles are a promising solution, recent reports of Waymos illegally passing offloading school buses affirm that a measured and informed approach is warranted.

From The Wall Street Journal

Martyn's Law, named in memory of victim Martyn Hett, 29, has since been brought in to better protect public place from terror attacks - stipulating a range of extra safety measures large venues must undertake.

From BBC

Activity at factories in the central U.S. eked out growth in December, cooling from last month’s activity as production and labor-market measures dragged.

From The Wall Street Journal

This approach allowed them to measure total chemical content as well as the portion that could transfer during use, referred to as "extractable" levels.

From Science Daily