measure up

in no small measure

To a very great extent.

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.

measure swords with

To match one's abilities against an antagonist's.

measure the drapes

To make premature or unwarranted preparations for victory, especially election to public office.