in no small measure
To a very great extent.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Her hard work helped the team in no small measure.”
“The new manager improved office morale in no small measure by listening to everyone's concerns.”
“The success of the project was, in no small measure, a result of the careful planning and dedication shown by the entire research department.”
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big fish in a small pond
One who has achieved a high rank or is highly esteemed, but only in a small, relatively unimportant, or little known location or organization.
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in no small part
Synonym of in no small measure.
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last full measure
A person's life, when lost through death in service to a nation or cause, particularly as a member of a military force in war or a semi-militarized organization such as a police force or civil defense corps, e.g. fire departments. May also be applied to some dangerous government and civil occupations such as espionage.
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measure swords with
To match one's abilities against an antagonist's.
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measure the drapes
To make premature or unwarranted preparations for victory, especially election to public office.
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measure up
To meet expectations; to be as good as.
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one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind
(used imitatively) A cliché used to exaggerate an accomplishment or milestone.
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sing small
To assume a humble tone.
Last updated August 10, 2026