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1
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letter scale
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Japan
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Less commonly used due to prevalence of electronic communication and digital postage systems
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1
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2
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letter scale
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Japan
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Less commonly used due to the prevalence of electronic communication and digital postage systems.
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1
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3
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scale
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Japan
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Also used for measuring oneself, but for health and medical purposes, often found in public spaces or pharmacies.
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1
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4
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scale
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Japan
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Often used for weighing food ingredients in cooking
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1
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5
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scale down
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Japan
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In personal life, scaling down may involve simplifying possessions and living in a minimalist way to reduce stress and find contentment.
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1
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6
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scale down
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Japan
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Can be seen as a sign of failure or inability to succeed, and may be stigmatized in some contexts.
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1
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7
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scale down
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Japan
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In the context of personal belongings, scaling down may involve decluttering and removing excess items to achieve minimalism and simplicity.
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1
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8
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scale up
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Japan
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Traditional approach to business growth focusing on gradual and careful expansion, often emphasizing maintaining quality over rapid expansion.
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1
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9
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scales
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Japan
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Scales are often used to measure precious metals and gemstones for trade in jewelry and traditional medicine.
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1
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10
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scales
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Japan
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Scales are commonly used in households to measure food ingredients and are often found in kitchens.
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1
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