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take stock

Idioms  

  1. Make an estimate or appraisal, as in We have to take stock of our finances before we can undertake a new project, or The career counselor advised Mark to take stock before changing his plans. This expression transfers making an inventory of goods (stock) to other kinds of appraisal. [Early 1800s]

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You pause, briefly, taking stock of the remaining contents of the fridge.

From Salon

Instead, he saw it as an opportune moment to take stock after a "hectic" schedule.

From BBC

With major guild nominations out, awards columnist Glenn Whipp takes stock of the best picture race as Oscar nominations voting commences.

From Los Angeles Times

Professional setbacks can be opportunities in disguise: a chance to look inward, take stock and grow as a person.

From Los Angeles Times

People affected by Monday's major canal collapse have been taking stock of the events during a Boxing Day lunch together - with one view being that some boaters were "lucky to be alive".

From BBC

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