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The line you measure against, drawn by someone who hoped you'd clear it.
means A standard or reference point used to compare and evaluate performance, quality, or progress.
from From surveyors cutting a literal notch into stone, a bench mark, to seat their leveling instruments and guarantee consistent measurements.
Carved proofOld British benchmarks still scar buildings as broadsides.
Tech gospelComputers chase benchmark scores like report cards.
GameableOptimize for the benchmark, lose the actual goal.