as in thinks
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I deem it fitting that we mark this solemn occasion with a day of prayer and thanksgiving
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Recent Examples of deems
But before that, Emmys voters will decide if the virality of season 34 deems Dancing awards worthy.
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2026
Many Salvadorans have lived in the United States for 25 years under Temporary Protected Status, which allows those already in the country to stay with work permits in increments of up to 18 months as long as the Homeland Security secretary deems conditions unsafe for return.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Not ready for prime time Amazon’s Prime Video losing its feed in overtime of the Charlotte Hornets-Miami Heat play-in game was unacceptable for a streaming network that deems itself big time.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Coverage for weight loss depends on the insurance provider, location and whether your doctor deems it a medical necessity.
—Jay Sparks, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The agency approved Lilly's obesity pill on a fast track for drugs that FDA deems a national priority.
—Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 1 Apr. 2026
Artemis has been trudging along at a once-every-three-years flight rate, which Isaacman deems unacceptable.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Mar. 2026
Transport of a patient whose situation deems higher-level care is likewise severely compromised.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Centers of excellence are groups of doctors and medical facilities that Carrum, through its own research, deems best of class, negotiating discounts on behalf of employers.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2026
Many Salvadorans have lived in the United States for 25 years under Temporary Protected Status, which allows those already in the country to stay with work permits in increments of up to 18 months as long as the Homeland Security secretary deems conditions unsafe for return.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Not ready for prime time Amazon’s Prime Video losing its feed in overtime of the Charlotte Hornets-Miami Heat play-in game was unacceptable for a streaming network that deems itself big time.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
Coverage for weight loss depends on the insurance provider, location and whether your doctor deems it a medical necessity.
—Jay Sparks, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The agency approved Lilly's obesity pill on a fast track for drugs that FDA deems a national priority.
—Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 1 Apr. 2026
Artemis has been trudging along at a once-every-three-years flight rate, which Isaacman deems unacceptable.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Mar. 2026
Transport of a patient whose situation deems higher-level care is likewise severely compromised.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Centers of excellence are groups of doctors and medical facilities that Carrum, through its own research, deems best of class, negotiating discounts on behalf of employers.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deems
Verb
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One thinks of the citizens of Buffy’s Sunnydale, blithely going about their business, not moving away despite being located on a Hellmouth.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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But Diane Swonk, chief economist at KPMG, thinks the Fed should formally change its policy stance.—
Steve Liesman,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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Blankfein isn’t the only business leader who believes that working hard is more powerful than natural intellect or pricey diplomas.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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And given the current state of the American whiskey industry, and global spirits overall, the Woodford team believes that a partnership like this helps spread the word about the bourbon, attracts consumers, and has made the Kentucky Derby a bucket list destination for people around the globe.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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The analysis ranks each of the city’s 37 library branches and 56 recreation centers based on what the report considers its importance to the nearby community and uses those rankings to provide the City Council with possible scenarios.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The report also considers which shades best complement the drapey, lightweight fabrications gaining traction in the market.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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On his call with local media after being selected, Raridon said his knee feels good.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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This feels like a draft in which DeCosta will focus on the trenches with a need to come away with starters, plus depth, on both the offensive and defensive lines.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Unsettlingly directed by Donald Cammell, this adaptation of Dean Koontz’s 1973 novel of the same name imagines a smart home years before Nest, Ring, Roomba, and other devices become commonplace.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2026
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In his first feature, Kiluanji Kia Henda imagines the return of Marxism to Angola through public debate, urban interventions and personal stories.—
Emiliano de Pablos,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Deems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deems. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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