as in assesses
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
take a moment to appraise the current situation
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Recent Examples of appraises
The pastor appraises the image.
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Sam Kestenbaum, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026
The appraisal district appraises the market value of residential, commercial and industrial property for tax purposes.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025
Sam Kestenbaum, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026
The appraisal district appraises the market value of residential, commercial and industrial property for tax purposes.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appraises
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In Phase 1, participants are assigned a caseworker who assesses mental health and substance use needs.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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During the free initial consultation, a tax consultant reviews your situation, asks questions about your IRS issue and assesses your current financial condition.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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The report estimates that the average selling price of smartphones will rise 14% this year to an all-time high of $523, while manufacturers will no longer be able to make phones that cost less than $100.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Subaru estimates that the recall affects 100% of the models mentioned.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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Morton plays Bayard, Michael’s celebrity lawyer father who casts a long shadow and values success above all else.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2026
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American culture values this strong work ethic and its role in supporting the world’s largest economy.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
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The staff psychiatrist evaluates patients, helps create treatment plans, prescribes medication, provides therapy and responds to mental health crises.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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The State Department also continually evaluates international destinations under a traveler advisory system.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Appraises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appraises. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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