1
as in deciding
to give an opinion about (something at issue or in dispute)
the committee will judge the case solely on the evidence
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2
as in estimating
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
considering the amount of dough we have, I judge we'll get about six dozen cookies out of it
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3
as in deriving
to form an opinion or reach a conclusion through reasoning and information
I judge that the girl has had a troubled relationship with her mother
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as in thinking
to have as an opinion
I judge that he knew what kind of woman she was when he married her
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Recent Examples of judging
At first glance, judging friend versus foe feels simple and even necessary in the garden.
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Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 July 2026
If the outcome isn’t moving, examine inputs and behaviors before judging the system’s capability.
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Guy Yehiav,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But behind the trophies, judging tables and official turn-in times were teams with very different stories.
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Sophia Buonpane,
Kansas City Star,
28 June 2026
And as of now, the TCA doesn’t want to appear compromised by accepting sponsorship from the very networks and streamers it’s supposed to be impartially judging.
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Michael Schneider,
Variety,
22 June 2026
Everybody is judging them – even more so in 2026, since referees are wearing cameras on their temples, so the viewing public can see the game from their point of view.
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Eric Zillmer,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
Still, judging by their recent results and performances, Pochettino appears to be getting closer to finding his feet at this level.
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Elias Burke,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Not a great look, judging by responses to posts of the moment by Barstool Sports and NY Post Sports.
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Debbie Day,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
There's reason for optimism, judging by bullish options flows around stocks that do better when interest-rates stay lower, and call-buyers who are prepared for the biggest move in Oracle since Covid.
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Oliver Renick,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 July 2026
If the outcome isn’t moving, examine inputs and behaviors before judging the system’s capability.
—
Guy Yehiav,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But behind the trophies, judging tables and official turn-in times were teams with very different stories.
—
Sophia Buonpane,
Kansas City Star,
28 June 2026
And as of now, the TCA doesn’t want to appear compromised by accepting sponsorship from the very networks and streamers it’s supposed to be impartially judging.
—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
22 June 2026
Everybody is judging them – even more so in 2026, since referees are wearing cameras on their temples, so the viewing public can see the game from their point of view.
—
Eric Zillmer,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
Still, judging by their recent results and performances, Pochettino appears to be getting closer to finding his feet at this level.
—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Not a great look, judging by responses to posts of the moment by Barstool Sports and NY Post Sports.
—
Debbie Day,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
There's reason for optimism, judging by bullish options flows around stocks that do better when interest-rates stay lower, and call-buyers who are prepared for the biggest move in Oracle since Covid.
—
Oliver Renick,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for judging
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In deciding to be cautious in handling two-time All-Star Shane McClanahan’s return to action for the first time since August 2023 by skipping his turn in the rotation, the Rays put some extra work on their relievers by designating Saturday as a bullpen game.
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But being heard is not the same as being placed in the position of deciding between parents.
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Real-world error includes sources of error beyond sampling error, such as nonresponse bias, coverage error, late shifts among undecided voters and error in estimating the composition of the electorate.
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Yet, in open defiance of the ban, last year’s Pride went on as planned and was the biggest in Hungary’s history, with organizers estimating attendance at more than 350,000.
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Adoring the outcome means deriving joy from seeing the success of others.
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But deriving a unified theory of volcanism will require a geologic Manhattan Project.
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Going into my 18th year of teaching, my biggest goal is re-creating that experience of thinking critically for oneself and studying literature through a critical lens.
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Nearby, Mariana Roufett packed boxes of humanitarian aid while thinking about her childhood friend and her family, who remain missing.
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Work-permit levels for TPS were set in 1990 and the complex method for determining whether someone qualifies for asylum was codified in 1996.
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Investigators are still determining what led up to the altercation, how the victim was murdered, and the suspect's motive.
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Night after night of lying there frustrated, anxious, wide awake, calculating how few hours remain, and the bed slowly becomes a cue for wakefulness and worry instead of sleep.
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For months, shipping companies have been in wait and see mode, carefully calculating the risk of moving ships through the strait.
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Those worries make sense, and understanding how bird flu spreads and what to watch for is the best way to protect your flock and yourself.
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Why The Old Approach No Longer Works The old playbook assumed that cultural knowledge was scarce, international interactions were occasional, and understanding national norms was the primary challenge.
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After spending the entire film believing that killing Krem will finally bring her peace, Ruthye is forced to confront whether vengeance will actually heal her — or simply continue the cycle of violence.
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Both leaders prioritized people, believing that caring for employees leads to exceptional customer and patient service.
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“Judging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/judging. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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