appraising

Definition of appraisingnext
present participle of appraise

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of appraising The Tarrant Appraisal District also made the switch in 2024 to appraising properties every two years instead of annually. — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2026 Harry’s growing suspicion that the young couple is in danger fuels a twisty narrative that keeps both him and the audience guessing and appraising their relationship with technology. — David Faris, TheWeek, 27 July 2026 Beside her, the dog shakes itself, droplets flying from it, then fixes her with an appraising gaze. — Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026 Indeed, a critical eye is especially important when appraising any deal announced. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 7 May 2026 In the priority 3 group are items like examining the moon's limb and terminator, appraising the celestial body's volcanic history, and making observations of Earth from deep space. — Leonard David, Space.com, 6 Apr. 2026 That abundance and ripeness are apparent to us when appraising the wine, which has delicate aromas of cherry, pomegranate, cotton candy, and rose petal. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2026 Musiel reports appraising more than 500 new construction projects annually for builders and general contractors throughout Texas. — Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026 Jody Allen, as her brother’s executor and trustee, has a legal obligation to sell the team for as much money as possible, which requires careful timing and good business judgment when appraising the asset’s fair market value. — Naomi Cahn, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appraising
Verb
  • Critically, the low revenue is far from keeping pace with how investors are valuing the Chinese startups.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The head coach wanted to keep the forward around rather than loaning him out, valuing his versatility.
    — Andy Jones, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Related Articles The move comes after Christie’s spent years assessing the appetite for the category, most recently with the blockbuster sale of the collection of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The global environmental nonprofit Canopy released their 2026 Hot Button Report, assessing the sustainability of the largest global MMCF producers.
    — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • But relatives had some concerns about his weight, estimating the boy to be about 200 pounds.
    — Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Because entry is free and open, estimating attendance is nearly impossible, Street said.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 17 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The collaboration will focus on identifying potential customers, evaluating sites and developing commercial projects around nT-Tao’s Compact Fusion System.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026
  • So early this year, Henderson's doctors, evaluating his tumor's deep genetic language, turned to a drug made by Merck and AstraZeneca called Lynparza.
    — Arthur Allen, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

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“Appraising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appraising. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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