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appraisal

[uh-prey-zuhl] / əˈpreɪ zəl /


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But Araghchi said a full reopening of the typically busy maritime route depended on other conditions being met, of which he provided a cursory appraisal.

From BBC Aug. 8, 2026

He added that the valuations were established through the federal government’s required appraisal process, using independent appraisers who determined objective fair market value.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 2026

In mid-February, a trust bought a 5,000-square-foot home listed for $2.4 million in a gated community in Denton County, according to the appraisal district and the seller’s real estate agent.

From Salon Jul. 7, 2026

The root cause was economics: Construction costs exceeded achievable sale prices, creating an appraisal gap that kept builders on the sidelines.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

This turned out to be an accurate appraisal of the lawyer’s then immediate future, now his receding past.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols

First, Caine is known to be cautious in his appraisals.

From Slate Feb. 24, 2026

Seated around the living room, Guinnip and his siblings dig into packets filled with appraisals and farm history as they discuss plans for land potentially worth millions of dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 15, 2026

As beneficiaries, you and your sister have a right to receive financial documents related to the trust, including bank statements, real-estate appraisals, investment-portfolio statements, fees paid to the trustee etc.

From MarketWatch Nov. 11, 2025

Later appraisals adduced that the enigmatic piece was an apron, a garment or a military banner, before analysts in 20th century Vienna agreed: It was a headdress.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 24, 2025

“I would be happy to do appraisals for you. What sort of gems?”

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech




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