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On Tuesday, the transport ministry said the authorities had assessed how the outbreak was being monitored and concluded "conditions are now in place for a gradual and safe resumption of flights".

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The embassy said it had assessed reports from about half of the workers and none of them had been identified as victims of human trafficking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

Since the jet's landing, engineers from HMS Prince of Wales had assessed the aircraft, but they were unable to fix it.

From BBC • Jul. 7, 2025

Firefighters and paramedics were on the scene and had assessed and treated 14 people, including bus riders and other vehicle passengers, according to a 5 p.m. update.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2024

Now he needed only to know if he had assessed the situation correctly.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison