1 It was time to take stock of the situation.

2 There was a long pause during which Julian, instantly defensive, took stock of the situation.

3 He walked back inside and took stock of the situation.

4 He took the time to take stock of the situation before making the offer.

5 During the battle, the general paused to take stock of the situation.

6 We must take stock of the situation and decide what to do.

7 During the battle the commanders paused to take stock of the situation.