as in measuring
to find out the size, extent, or amount of
scaled the logs to get a rough idea of the amount of usable lumber they were likely to yield
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Recent Examples of scaling
The founders’ long-term vision includes scaling RE Media Group globally, expanding educational platforms and continuing to build brands that create cultural and economic impact.
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Felysha Walker, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
The cross-industry initiative will return May 26–27 for two days of keynotes, panels and networking focused on scaling next-generation fiber solutions and strengthening collaboration across the value chain.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
The companies say the partnership will help move expandable habitat technology toward operational missions by scaling up production, bolstering engineering efforts and integrating Voyager's technology systems with Max's habitat infrastructure.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2026
The reptile handlers drape the snakes over students' shoulders or bellies, but snakes also start winding their own way around the room and climbing up people's bodies (apparently some snakes' tree-climbing instincts are applicable to scaling humans as well).
—Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Within the region, energy majors are scaling back operations and oil facilities continue to be hit by Iran, including the Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi.
—Dominic Dudley, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Customizing and scaling up While the examples provided here are unique to the communities that designed them, and might not resonate in the same way in other places, AI offers a platform for educators and families to create their own resources and experiences.
—Andres Bustamante, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Building a fuller wardrobe With the investment, Situationist is scaling its manufacturing capabilities.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
The system is currently in the modeling stage, and the researchers have started discussions with industry leaders to explore scaling the solution for real-world application.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
Felysha Walker, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2026
The cross-industry initiative will return May 26–27 for two days of keynotes, panels and networking focused on scaling next-generation fiber solutions and strengthening collaboration across the value chain.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
The companies say the partnership will help move expandable habitat technology toward operational missions by scaling up production, bolstering engineering efforts and integrating Voyager's technology systems with Max's habitat infrastructure.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 11 Mar. 2026
The reptile handlers drape the snakes over students' shoulders or bellies, but snakes also start winding their own way around the room and climbing up people's bodies (apparently some snakes' tree-climbing instincts are applicable to scaling humans as well).
—Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026
Within the region, energy majors are scaling back operations and oil facilities continue to be hit by Iran, including the Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi.
—Dominic Dudley, semafor.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Customizing and scaling up While the examples provided here are unique to the communities that designed them, and might not resonate in the same way in other places, AI offers a platform for educators and families to create their own resources and experiences.
—Andres Bustamante, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Building a fuller wardrobe With the investment, Situationist is scaling its manufacturing capabilities.
—Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
The system is currently in the modeling stage, and the researchers have started discussions with industry leaders to explore scaling the solution for real-world application.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scaling
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Lürssen has delivered more than 20 superyachts measuring less than 262 feet since the start of the millennium, but its newest launch has a distinct design pedigree.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
16 Mar. 2026
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We were surprised by that one, too, but music measuring sites such as BPM Supreme clocks the Australian hard rockers’ enduring 1980 classic at 92 BPM.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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Elliot has been a great resource for gaging how things are going for the rest of the class as well as someone that can assist other students during our office hours time on campus.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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The effort started with a survey late last year gauging the climate on safety, trust and a sense of belonging.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Scaling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scaling. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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