gauging

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As well as gauging opinion on an outright ban, the government wants the public's views on less dramatic interventions.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Some industry players have been cautious about commenting on current trends, as the Chinese New Year, which began on Feb. 17, is a key period for gauging consumer appetite for upscale fashion and accessories.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Because it’s not yet publicly listed, gauging the reaction of investors to the development is difficult.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 19, 2026

Yet for the public and the press, gauging that danger has been difficult.

From Salon • Jan. 12, 2026

She looks at me, gauging my seriousness, and it bugs me.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman