as in estimating
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
a trained assistant to evaluate the needs of the patients waiting to see the doctor
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Recent Examples of evaluating
The order directs federal agencies to bolster the effectiveness of key rules on transferring, eligibility and pay-for-play by evaluating whether violations of such rules render a university unfit for federal grants and contracts.
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ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
Buchanan has since been buying green coffee, roasting, and cupping — aka tasting and evaluating each cup for quality.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
The town is evaluating future options for the site.
—Marissa Yelenik, Baltimore Sun, 3 Apr. 2026
Data and metrics are two common methods for evaluating performance and efficacy in a variety of industries, but certainly in marketing and other communications fields.
—William Jones, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
The agency has been evaluating its testing since 2024, Becker said.
—CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
After evaluating all of the college prospects in this year’s draft, the Falcons first ranked each position group vertically.
—Josh Kendall, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
For those evaluating whether to claim Social Security early to cover expenses or delay for a higher monthly benefit, reducing spending by even a small amount could be what makes a delay strategy viable.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Nor are bidders supposed to have connections to those evaluating the bids.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
Buchanan has since been buying green coffee, roasting, and cupping — aka tasting and evaluating each cup for quality.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
The town is evaluating future options for the site.
—Marissa Yelenik, Baltimore Sun, 3 Apr. 2026
Data and metrics are two common methods for evaluating performance and efficacy in a variety of industries, but certainly in marketing and other communications fields.
—William Jones, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
The agency has been evaluating its testing since 2024, Becker said.
—CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
After evaluating all of the college prospects in this year’s draft, the Falcons first ranked each position group vertically.
—Josh Kendall, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
For those evaluating whether to claim Social Security early to cover expenses or delay for a higher monthly benefit, reducing spending by even a small amount could be what makes a delay strategy viable.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Nor are bidders supposed to have connections to those evaluating the bids.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evaluating
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Boerboels are known for having one of the strongest bite forces in the canine world, with tests estimating their bite pressure at roughly 500 to 800 PSI (pounds per square inch).—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
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Visual effects and postproduction work are seen as most vulnerable to the technology, with one study in early 2024 of nearly 300 leaders across the industry estimating that more than 200,000 positions will be eliminated over the next three years.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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Mecklenburg County commissioners are assessing whether to proceed with building three more community resource centers, with some saying the money can be better spent elsewhere.—
Mary Ramsey
April 6,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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Major European economies also are assessing how to cushion any impact to other vulnerable shipping routes such as the Red Sea and the South China Sea.—
Gerry Doyle,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
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The Hornets boast 11 first-round picks along with 14 second-rounders over the next seven years, valuing even marginal improvements such as pick swaps or extra second-round selections.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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And according to data from Opendoor, the preference for subdued shades extends to the front door as well, with 44% of homeowners valuing white, gray, gray-blue, and gray-green at an entrance.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
8 Apr. 2026
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