Sekirov Dictionary

size up

verb 2
size-up noun 1
forms 4

verb2

•
To evaluate; to estimate or anticipate the magnitude, difficulty, or strength of something.
- It's a good idea for boxers to size up their opponents before their matches.
- Before we can begin to size up the problem, we'll need more information.
•
To wear a larger size of clothing.
- This shirt runs tight, so you should size up.

size-up noun1

The initial evaluation of an incident and how to deal with it.

forms

sized up · sizing up · sizes up · size-ups

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