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measures the drapes

measures the drapes is the third-person singular simple present indicative of measure the drapes.

Meaning of measure the drapes

Verb

measure the drapes (third-person singular simple present measures the drapes, present participle measuring the drapes, simple past and past participle measured the drapes)

  1. (idiomatic) To make premature or unwarranted preparations for victory, especially election to public office.
    • While Republicans like Gov. Michael Castle of Delaware exulted that "I think Bush can start measuring the curtains for the White House," the mood among Democrats was somber.1988 October 15, New York Times
    Synonyms:
    measure the curtains

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What is measures the drapes the third-person singular simple present indicative of?
Measures the drapes is the third-person singular simple present indicative of measure the drapes.

Words near measures the drapes in the dictionary

  1. measures one's length
  2. measures out
  3. measures strength
  4. measures swords
  5. measures swords with
  6. measures the drapes
  7. measures up
  8. measurest
  9. measureth
  10. measuring
  11. measuring chain

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