self-assessment
Britishnoun
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an evaluation of one's own abilities and failings
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finance a system to enable taxpayers to assess their own tax liabilities
Example Sentences
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When Leonard once described himself as “a fun guy,” at a press conference, it was such an unlikely self-assessment that it spawned a wave of memes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
Team principal Andrea Stella says this is a continuation of the trajectory Norris has been on since a lot of self-assessment led to his strong second half of last year, and eventually the title.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
Meanwhile, the company has expanded its Cash Plus offering, self-assessment app, and Opendoor Checkout.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 20, 2026
Herbert, however, gave a negative self-assessment — he threw an interception and lost the ball once on two fumbles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 13, 2025
Remember, self-assessment is only for your benefit to develop and grow as a person, and is not punitive.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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