Example Sentences

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Judges will assess whether the charges against El Hishri are credible enough to proceed to a full trial.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Public health and infectious disease specialists will assess whether the individuals are then able to self-isolate at home for up to 45 days, or whether another location should be arranged.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

“The Bank of Russia will assess the need for further key rate cuts at its upcoming meetings depending on the sustainability of the inflation slowdown,” the central bank said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

“This failure to comply with the bedrock agreement among the seven Colorado River states is itself a serious development that Arizona will assess and will respond to accordingly in time,” it said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“Well, we shall find out how much weight your promises carry, won’t we? When you are ready, human youth, I will assess you.”

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young