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English verb: take stock

1. take stock (perception) to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail


SamplesHe scrutinized his likeness in the mirror.


Synonymsscrutinise, scrutinize, size up


Pattern of useSomebody ----s something.
Somebody ----s somebody


Broader (hypernym)examine, see

2. take stock (social) make or include in an itemized record or report


SamplesInventory all books before the end of the year.


Synonymsinventory, stock-take


Pattern of useSomebody ----s something


Broader (hypernym)list









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