as in criterion
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared
according to the usual metrics by which we judge fiction, this novel is an utter failure
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Recent Examples of metric
All the metrics that matter to Google say this is the right move.
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ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Alibaba has yet to release other important metrics such as compute performance, Xie added.
—Evelyn Cheng,dylan Butts, CNBC, 20 May 2026
The massive dataset generated by the platform allows retailers and brands to forecast demand, optimize product assortments and analyze physical consumer behavior in ways that were previously only possible through online shopping metrics.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
Supervisor will receive ongoing reports on progress, rebuilding metrics, resource utilization and any barriers that require board action.
—David Wilson, Daily News, 19 May 2026
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ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Alibaba has yet to release other important metrics such as compute performance, Xie added.
—Evelyn Cheng,dylan Butts, CNBC, 20 May 2026
The massive dataset generated by the platform allows retailers and brands to forecast demand, optimize product assortments and analyze physical consumer behavior in ways that were previously only possible through online shopping metrics.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
Supervisor will receive ongoing reports on progress, rebuilding metrics, resource utilization and any barriers that require board action.
—David Wilson, Daily News, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metric
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Beaches in Hawaii and Florida top the list for 2026, triumphing across criteria including clear waters and swimmability.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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Each year, Leatherman uses 50 criteria to name the top 10 beaches.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 May 2026
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When asked about the depth that Oklahoma City has and what his preferred level of depth for the Lakers going forward would be, Lakers coach JJ Redick said that winning – especially to Oklahoma City or San Antonio’s standards – often comes down to spots 10 through 15 on the team.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
23 May 2026
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The best way for schools, especially public schools, to do their best work for the community and their students is local control, to reduce mandates and raise standards.—
Matthew Stolle,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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Long before the founding of the RIAA, awarding gold and silver record awards for hitting sales benchmarks was already a tradition among individual record companies to publicize their own success.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 May 2026
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Spot prices reflect real-time market trading and serve as a benchmark for futures contracts, ETFs and retail bullion pricing.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Under both measures, only small businesses would qualify.—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Voters overwhelmingly rejected the ballot measure that asked them whether to raise the state gas tax by 6 cents to 46 cents a gallon.—
Claire Rush,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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“Metric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metric. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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