Scale
Scale verb - To find out the size, extent, or amount of.
Usage example: scaled the logs to get a rough idea of the amount of usable lumber they were likely to yield
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Synonyms for Scale
Work out and scale are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Work out" instead a verb "Scale".
Work out
Work out verb - To determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations.
Usage example: after working out the cost of a college education, we've decided that it's never too early to start saving
Both terms in one sentence
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Commenting on Paul, Jeft notes that he had to work out how to scale down Paul's strength lest he be completely incapable of moving without causing massive chaos.
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A small scale test with perhaps normal garbage cans and the mental health professionals could have the hoarder work out their issues when other people aren't on the clock.
Source: Series / Hoarders - Super Weight: The levels work out like this: note Tinkers, due to the nature of their ability, are difficult to place on the scale Type 1: The PRT, Coil's mercenaries, Saint.
Source: Literature / Worm
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