take stock
Example Sentences
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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
—Oil prices were steady as traders take stock of developments to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025
If the market pullback has you queasy, consider it an opportunity to take stock of your investments.
From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025
“All right, Teen Dreamers. Let’s take stock of everything we have.”
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
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