Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
check-the-pulse
idiomatic expression
/ˈʧɛk ðə pʌls/
Definition
To assess the current state or situation of something, often to understand its viability or health.
Examples
- Before making any decisions, we should check the pulse of the market.
- The manager decided to check the pulse of the team to see how everyone was feeling about the new project.
Meaning
This phrase is commonly used metaphorically to refer to evaluating a situation, project, or group to gauge its progress, health, or outcome.
Synonyms
- assess
- evaluate
- gauge
- measure
