take stock

VERB

check

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analyze confirm correct find out go through investigate look at monitor probe review scrutinize study test try verify

STRONG

ascertain audit candle case compare count eyeball frisk note overlook prove quiz tell

WEAK

balance account enquire about keep account look over make sure scout out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disregard ignore neglect overlook

STRONG

estimate guess

WEAK

forget invalidate

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“The ceasefire gives the world a moment to breathe and take stock of events. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that everything will return to normal,” Coatsworth added.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

It is important now to take stock and remember that defeat will happen again at some point before the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Professional setbacks can be opportunities in disguise: a chance to look inward, take stock and grow as a person.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026

Traders took silence from New York's Thanksgiving break as a reason to have a breather and take stock of a healthy rebound from November's swoon that was sparked by AI bubble threats.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

I need to take stock of what I know.

From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements

take stock

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