as in to think
to have as an opinion
I deem it fitting that we mark this solemn occasion with a day of prayer and thanksgiving
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Recent Examples of deem
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been found guilty of embezzlement of public funds and has been deemed ineligible to run for public office, a ruling that could derail her 2027 campaign to succeed Emmanuel Macron as French President.
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2025
Those range from agreements for China to buy more US goods, reduce its exports or pledge more US investment – a proposition made more difficult by fresh US efforts to curb Chinese investment in sectors deemed sensitive.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
The report would reveal the percentages of rates attributed to reinsurance, claims costs, defense and containment costs, fees and commissions, profit and contingency and any other factor deemed necessary by regulators.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
The ingredient list also usually includes dimethyl silicone (anti foaming agent) and a propellant gas such as nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, or propane, which are deemed safe to use by the FDA1.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Mar. 2025
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2025
Those range from agreements for China to buy more US goods, reduce its exports or pledge more US investment – a proposition made more difficult by fresh US efforts to curb Chinese investment in sectors deemed sensitive.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
The report would reveal the percentages of rates attributed to reinsurance, claims costs, defense and containment costs, fees and commissions, profit and contingency and any other factor deemed necessary by regulators.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
The ingredient list also usually includes dimethyl silicone (anti foaming agent) and a propellant gas such as nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, or propane, which are deemed safe to use by the FDA1.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deem
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A couple years ago, fans even thought that Swift might make a cameo onthe medical drama, which is still on the air after 20 years.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
2 Apr. 2025
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Staying silent for a few seconds can make people think of you as smart.—
Kathy and Ross Petras, Contributors,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2025
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Matthieu Humair, chief executive officer of the Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation, which organizes the annual event, believes there is safety — and strength — in numbers.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Howard’s agent, Charles Briscoe, had conspired with Darden, which gave Howard more of a reason to believe the transactions were legitimate.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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This result is far from a disaster though, as key Flamengo players had just returned from a busy international break, and visitors Inter are also considered title contenders.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Rectangles of prospective dimensions are considered.—
Sarah K. Rich,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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The Bot gets 0 points for guessing in four and +1 for beating me.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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If not, there will be a new game released tomorrow with another chance to guess the categories, and Newsweek will be back with more tips and tricks to help you along!—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Many individuals feel too stressed or busy will avoid treating themselves, according to a study by Cornell SC Johnson College of Business published in the Journal of Consumer Research.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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By getting a sneak peek at the course, McIlroy aims to feel more relaxed and focused during the tournament week.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Well, imagine a world in which the NFL plays an 18-game regular season.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2025
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But imagine a world where just the opposite is possible.—
Juliet Weisfogel,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Deem.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deem. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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