deem
Example Sentences
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"If we set aside the rules when we deem expedient, why can't our adversaries?"
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
Treasury market because it remains the deepest and most liquid arena, and investors can sell their debt at prices they deem reasonable — that keeps rates in check.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026
“I deem it necessary to apologize to neighboring countries that were attacked,” he said on state TV.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
"I deem it necessary to apologise to neighbouring countries that were attacked," he said.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
First, it went only from one side of our yard to the other: what our mother could see and deem safe if she stood in the middle.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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