| The ability to paint hair effectively is one of the yardsticks by which the successful miniaturist is judged. |
| Clearly defined and specific objectives provide yardsticks for measurement. |
| Progress towards democracy and towards freedom of press are the standard Western yardsticks to judge how China is developing politically. |
| This book examines each of the eleven occupants of the Oval Office since Herbert Hoover in terms of six yardsticks. |
| Duration of combat and numbers of casualties aren't yardsticks for measuring victory or failure. |
| Tape measures may stretch, yardsticks may chip and rotary cutting mats may warp. |
