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as in assessments
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
gave us a positive appraisal of his artistic talents
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as in evaluations
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
the appraisal of the house's value took place yesterday
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Recent Examples of appraisals
Certified appraisers are the best source for appraisals of valuable possessions.
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R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
For too long, promised tax relief has been gobbled up by higher appraisals and wasteful government spending.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The analysis, including two appraisals, a property survey and title search, would cost at least $120,000, Williams told the commission.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
Town Attorney Connor Nolan said that two appraisals would have to be obtained before the land could be put up for bid.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Their nervous systems, approach to cognitive appraisals and relationship strategies work together in ways that reduce threat, increase clarity and preserve connection, even when a conversation is exceptionally hard.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Among Palestinians, appraisals are more nuanced.
—Andrew Carey, CNN Money, 18 Jan. 2026
There will be free coin appraisals.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
Fans will receive free verbal appraisals of up to two collectible items from experts with the country’s top auction houses and independent dealers.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 12 Jan. 2026
R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
For too long, promised tax relief has been gobbled up by higher appraisals and wasteful government spending.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The analysis, including two appraisals, a property survey and title search, would cost at least $120,000, Williams told the commission.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
Town Attorney Connor Nolan said that two appraisals would have to be obtained before the land could be put up for bid.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Their nervous systems, approach to cognitive appraisals and relationship strategies work together in ways that reduce threat, increase clarity and preserve connection, even when a conversation is exceptionally hard.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Among Palestinians, appraisals are more nuanced.
—Andrew Carey, CNN Money, 18 Jan. 2026
There will be free coin appraisals.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
Fans will receive free verbal appraisals of up to two collectible items from experts with the country’s top auction houses and independent dealers.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appraisals
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In San Diego, a high school English teacher can clear her grading queue in a matter of days by outsourcing her initial assessments to ChatGPT.—
Eric Sullivan,
Scientific American,
17 Feb. 2026
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The dorm does not have a set date to reopen, as the school is still doing assessments with the owner and the state.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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The inspector general’s office told Politico that roughly 85 percent of audits, evaluations and inspections that are currently in progress will be suspended due to the shutdown.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
17 Feb. 2026
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While the department doesn’t handle the medical part of the evaluations, the scouts are the main data collectors for everything else.—
Mike Kaye
February 17,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Feb. 2026
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Matic estimates that insurance now accounts for 9% of the typical homeowner’s monthly mortgage payment -- the highest share ever recorded.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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Renovating the existing campus and adding about 15,000 square feet would be more financially feasible at a cost of about $35 million, estimates showed.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Lanier argued the filters could harm teens’ perceptions of themselves, saying experts consulted by Meta reached that same conclusion.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Particularly in the electoral settings, such content could influence voter perceptions and undermine trust in democratic processes.—
Mohamed Suliman,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Currently, officials make subjective estimations about ball placement.—
Jason Corso,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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With Junk Wax Era estimations in mind, there are a couple additional points worth noting.—
Corey Merriman,
New York Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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The National Basketball Association posted modest growth during the 2024-25 season but still saw three teams — the Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers — reach valuations of at least $10 billion.—
Michael Ozanian,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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There have also been a series of LP transactions over the past 12 months that provide a window into MLS franchise valuations.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
10 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appraisals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appraisals. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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