stare vs take the measure of

stare

noun
  • A persistent gaze. 

verb
  • To influence in some way by looking fixedly. 

  • To look fixedly (at something). 

  • To be very conspicuous on account of size, prominence, colour, or brilliancy. 

take the measure of

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