take stock

Idioms and Phrases

Make an estimate or appraisal, as in We have to take stock of our finances before we can undertake a new project , or The career counselor advised Mark to take stock before changing his plans . This expression transfers making an inventory of goods ( stock ) to other kinds of appraisal. [Early 1800s]

Example Sentences

After a turbulent week and the dramatic resignation of the man that leads it, the Church of England is trying to take stock at what is a precarious moment.

From BBC

No, I'm not planning to take stock tips from Stewart anytime soon.

From Salon

The UN biodiversity summit, COP 16, was the first chance to take stock of progress towards a landmark deal to restore nature agreed in 2022.

From BBC

Ratcliffe said he liked the coach, but ominously he also admitted there was a need to "take stock", and insisted responsibility lay with the executives that run the club on his behalf.

From BBC

At COP 16, world leaders are meeting to take stock of progress in meeting a pledge of protecting 30% of lands, seas and oceans by 2030.

From BBC

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