apprised
Americanadjective
verb
Etymology
Origin of apprised
Example Sentences
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Discretion that is “suitably directed and limited” would “ensure … the sentencing authority is apprised of the information relevant to the imposition of sentence and provided with standards to guide its use of that information.”
From Slate ● Jun. 8, 2026
Jaishankar said he "apprised Secretary Rubio of challenges that legitimate travellers face in respect of visa issuance".
From Barron's ● May 24, 2026
She said local officials, whom she declined to name, were apprised and enthusiastic—until vocal opposition erupted.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 24, 2026
As you note, your stepsister apprised him of the risks inherent in a revocable trust, the most significant being that its terms could be changed upon his passing.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 26, 2026
Maybe he had been apprised of the whole thing and—unbeknownst to Henry—had come over and successfully lured me out of harm’s way.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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