deem

verb

ˈdēm How to pronounce deem (audio)
Definition of deemnext
as in to think
to have as an opinion I deem it fitting that we mark this solemn occasion with a day of prayer and thanksgiving

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Recent Examples of deem Soccer destiny then deemed that her baby boy, who would become a star for Barcelona some 15 years later, was paired up with the Argentine who would become one of the greatest of all time. — Joseph Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026 Hillary Clinton lost, of course, but internally our campaign was deemed a success. — Claire Stapleton, New Yorker, 18 July 2026 Finally, futures contracts can be deemed Section 1256 contracts. — Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 18 July 2026 The Cook Political Report deems the seat to be a solidly Republican district. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for deem
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deem
  1. think
  2. believe
  3. consider
  4. guess
  5. feel
  6. imagine
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  • Didymo in its nonblooming form occurs naturally in more water bodies than previously thought, and is native to the Intermountain West, including Idaho, according to Taylor.
    — Hannah Smith July 25, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2026
  • But a century ago, even the founding fathers were thinking about the future of this fruit.
    — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
Definition of think
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  • Each side believes the land – and its past – belongs to them.
    — Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
  • In addition to believing, plain and simple, that Shamea crossed the line with her Miss Diane tea, the newbies also seem frustrated by how much the feud is interfering with the group dynamic and the show’s levity.
    — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 20 July 2026
Definition of believe
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  • Called the Georgia Power 100, these players are chosen primarily on their high school production track record, though college potential is considered.
    — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
  • On the other side, Bedard at one point considered an even shorter deal to maximize his earning potential.
    — Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 19 July 2026
Definition of consider
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  • When a student misses twice, guesses rapidly, or reveals a misconception, StarSpark can interrupt the assignment, teach the relevant concept, provide additional practice, and then return the student to the original question.
    — Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Some of the other players guessed the palette was lip liner or foundation.
    — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
Definition of guess
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  • Residents say the effects are felt long after each strike ends.
    — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Their shunning of the Spanish coronation, however, felt uniquely unappealing, a show of disrespect to the winners of the most high-profile sporting event in the world.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of feel
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  • People imagine astronomy involves memorizing the entire sky at once, knowing exactly where each star is and what it's called.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 24 July 2026
  • Reading with Judar in English is an opportunity to question and transgress, to imagine worlds and words of possibility closer to home.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026
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