measure
noun
a unit or standard of measurement.
has measured
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present perfectof measure (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Brain imaging studies have helped identify the locations where stimulation appears to work most effectively, while electrophysiological research has measured the frequencies of the electrical signals involved.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 12, 2026
In the last 10 years, the lab has measured a significant increase in the number of juvenile great white sharks spending winter in Southern California, Lowe said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 26, 2026
Geological Survey has measured at 6.3 magnitude in the same area in just over a week.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 18, 2023
Our @SimonOKing, using the highly accurate and recognised method of a tape measure on a bin lid, has measured 14cm of snow in N Wales this morning.
From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2023
‘Deep is the abyss that is spanned by Durin’s Bridge, and none has measured it,’ said Gimli.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
