size up
US /saɪz ʌp/
UK /saɪz ʌp/

1.
evaluar, analizar
to assess or evaluate a person or situation
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He tried to size up his opponent before the match.
Intentó evaluar a su oponente antes del partido.
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She quickly sized up the situation and knew what to do.
Ella rápidamente evaluó la situación y supo qué hacer.