deemed

Example Sentences

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This categorization didn’t constitute a formal regulation; rather the agency was using its discretion not to go after compounders who used ingredients it deemed safe — those from the first category.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

His lawyers contend they seek to correct a 160-year misunderstanding about the Constitution’s promise that “all persons born” in this country are deemed to be citizens.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Black box car insurance has become a popular option for young drivers, who are often deemed to be more high-risk, as it offers lower insurance premiums.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

India’s tiny state of Sikkim is a particular hot spot for glacial lakes, with at least 16 deemed by authorities to be of high risk of bursting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“I deemed it prudent,” said the deeper-voiced goblin.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling