as in assesses
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
a trained assistant to evaluate the needs of the patients waiting to see the doctor
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Recent Examples of evaluates
The inspector evaluates the home’s major systems and visible components — structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, windows, doors and appliances.
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Ryan Brennan
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
An independent judges panel evaluates applicants on strategy, execution, corporate culture, and governance or financial performance.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Okamura evaluates the condition of the piece and works with clients to determine how it will be restored, whether the goal is full functionality or partial preservation.
—Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
The rankings come from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization that evaluates hospital safety across the country and releases updated Hospital Safety Grades twice a year.
—Sacbee.com, 12 May 2026
If lighting guidance is requested, the assistant evaluates the direction of light and recommends repositioning.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Impact Intensity Impact Intensity evaluates a company’s impact through two complementary lenses, combined in a weighted composite.
—Time Staff, Time, 12 May 2026
The company evaluates Prime Day timing annually and felt that moving the event earlier in the summer was the best fit for customers this year, an Amazon spokesperson told CNBC Select.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 8 May 2026
How aggressive DeCosta is in trying to beef up those spots comes down partly to how the team evaluates its young players at those positions and to what decision-makers perceive as the biggest needs.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Ryan Brennan
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
An independent judges panel evaluates applicants on strategy, execution, corporate culture, and governance or financial performance.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Okamura evaluates the condition of the piece and works with clients to determine how it will be restored, whether the goal is full functionality or partial preservation.
—Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
The rankings come from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization that evaluates hospital safety across the country and releases updated Hospital Safety Grades twice a year.
—Sacbee.com, 12 May 2026
If lighting guidance is requested, the assistant evaluates the direction of light and recommends repositioning.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Impact Intensity Impact Intensity evaluates a company’s impact through two complementary lenses, combined in a weighted composite.
—Time Staff, Time, 12 May 2026
The company evaluates Prime Day timing annually and felt that moving the event earlier in the summer was the best fit for customers this year, an Amazon spokesperson told CNBC Select.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 8 May 2026
How aggressive DeCosta is in trying to beef up those spots comes down partly to how the team evaluates its young players at those positions and to what decision-makers perceive as the biggest needs.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evaluates
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However, BofA Global Research assesses that labor market outcomes depend more on an economy's ability to adapt through skills, institutions, and workforce quality.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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The test assesses applicants on situational judgement, with the goal of measuring applicants’ empathy and professionalism.—
Anil Oza,
STAT,
15 May 2026
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Zoom In IconArrows pointing outwards Mazza estimates the supply and demand imbalance could extend into 2028 due to AI demand and the data center hyperscaler build-out.—
Josh Romero,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Meanwhile, the World Economic Forum estimates that 39% of core job skills will change by 2030, with entry-level roles most exposed to automation pressures.—
Victor Fang,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Excellent public schools and classic New England architecture draw families looking for a community that values education and neighborhood character.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The two-time Oscar winner, who has starred in movies including Training Day, Philadelphia, and Malcom X, also values paying it forward while hitting new career heights.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
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“Evaluates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evaluates. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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