take stock
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A decade earlier, in 1988, Sher authored legislation requiring that California take stock of the sources of greenhouse gases.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Before moving or storing your belongings, take stock of everything you own and get rid of as much as possible.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026
Cepeda recently told AFP that he would "take stock" of peace talks and "make the necessary changes."
From Barron's ● Jun. 21, 2026
Here, they take stock of all they have in common, including the titular items as well as a stiff drink, and conclude “Maybe we’re more alike than we think.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
Finally she sat up and tried to take stock.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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