The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word ASSESSED
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More clues leading to the result ASSESSED
- Fools Sun journalist given appraisal
- Determined journalist following female donkey?
- Uncovered vast issue about ship to be reviewed
- Judged to be oddly steady after crowds losing head
- Checked bill holding many directions
- Animals’ speed regularly evaluated
- Determined ship, caught in stormy seas near England, evacuated
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What does ASSESSED mean?
ASSESSED verb- To determine, estimate or judge the value of; to evaluate
- To impose or charge, especially as punishment for an infraction.
- To calculate and demand (the tax money due) from a person or entity.