as in valuing
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
take a moment to appraise the current situation
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Recent Examples of appraising
Cruz stood at the intersection of Fifth Street and 112th Avenue, appraising her former neighborhood.
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 31 Dec. 2025
Chen stands in front like a fisherman appraising the day’s catch – sorting, slicing, saucing, blowtorching, otherwise preparing for the two-and-a-half-hour omakase journey ahead.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025
Your car’s make, model, mileage and age are key factors in appraising its value.
—David McMillin, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2025
Roscosmos noted that the mission will assist scientists in appraising how spaceflight affects living organisms, in an environment where radiation levels are approximately 30% higher than other near-Earth orbits.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 31 Dec. 2025
Chen stands in front like a fisherman appraising the day’s catch – sorting, slicing, saucing, blowtorching, otherwise preparing for the two-and-a-half-hour omakase journey ahead.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025
Your car’s make, model, mileage and age are key factors in appraising its value.
—David McMillin, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2025
Roscosmos noted that the mission will assist scientists in appraising how spaceflight affects living organisms, in an environment where radiation levels are approximately 30% higher than other near-Earth orbits.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appraising
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He’s disciplined in academics and friendships alike, valuing structure and integrity.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The 23-year-old throws from a funky arm slot, which is something the Jays seem to be valuing in relievers this winter.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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The congregation is still assessing the damage and received outreach from other houses of worship, said Schipper.—
Charlotte Kramon,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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The congregation is still assessing the damage and received outreach from other houses of worship, said Michele Schipper, CEO of the Institute of Southern Jewish Life and past president of the congregation.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The unconventional stay was also affordable, Giglia says, estimating her guests paid about $250 each for the weekend — a steal compared to her husband’s bachelor party in Los Cabos, Mexico, that ran about $800 per head.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
11 Jan. 2026
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Over the next 10 years, Dominguez said the city hopes to complete the project, estimating there are still 8,000 homes that will need the replacement after May 2027.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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After evaluating seven blankets over 72 hours for coziness, performance, durability, and overall value, the Bedsure Heated Blanket stood out as the most comfortable option.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The New Orleans Saints won’t be evaluating their quarterback position much this offseason, unlike other teams.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Appraising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appraising. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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