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

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

Let's take stock of the lessons of the first month of the season, with regards to racing, qualifying and safety.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Although searching for positives, Raducanu admitted she will take some time now to take stock.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

How you’re feeling in this moment with “Frankenstein”? How do you take stock of the small moments in this big production?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025

I pull away and search her face, trying to take stock of this impossible scenario.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

take stock

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