as in to assess
to think about (something) again in order to decide whether to change your opinion or judgment of it
The doctor reassessed the injury. She convinced him to reassess the issue.
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Recent Examples of reassess
Clubs such as United reassess the probability of the clause’s triggering at each reporting date, and adjust the registration cost accordingly.
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Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
However, this pause is necessary for the organization to regroup, reassess our long-term strategy, and identify additional avenues of funding to secure the future stability of Tampa Pride events.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Commissioned by the Playhouse in 2018, and directed in its mainstage debut by the Playhouse’s inaugural directing fellow, Kat Yen, this two-hour play asks the viewer to continually reassess reality and the members of a troubled family.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, the 60-year-old supermodel turned heads at Good Morning America, looking effortlessly cool in a sweatshirt, puffer jacket, Adidas sneakers, and wide-leg jeans that inspired us to reassess our fall denim rotation.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
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Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
However, this pause is necessary for the organization to regroup, reassess our long-term strategy, and identify additional avenues of funding to secure the future stability of Tampa Pride events.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
Commissioned by the Playhouse in 2018, and directed in its mainstage debut by the Playhouse’s inaugural directing fellow, Kat Yen, this two-hour play asks the viewer to continually reassess reality and the members of a troubled family.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Sep. 2025
Earlier this year, the 60-year-old supermodel turned heads at Good Morning America, looking effortlessly cool in a sweatshirt, puffer jacket, Adidas sneakers, and wide-leg jeans that inspired us to reassess our fall denim rotation.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reassess
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Stock futures pointed to a downbeat open on Wednesday as traders assessed the ramifications of a government shutdown, with Wall Street perhaps looking to other assets for safety — including bitcoin.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Relying heavily on metaphor and imagery to communicate the season's true villain, the finale doesn't stick the landing (more like gets stuck in it), but when assessed comprehensively, the result is no less devastating.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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For those staying short, funds with exposure to credit and backed by a strong team of analysts who evaluate more complex issuers and sectors may deliver better yield potential.—
Paul Malloy,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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The researchers acknowledge that with more screening, there is a risk of being called back for additional testing to evaluate the findings.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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This is a time to sit back, observe, and reevaluate your resources carefully before taking any big risks.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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Fall has officially arrived, and with the shift in seasons comes the perfect opportunity to reevaluate your closet in light of the current mood.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Reassess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reassess. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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