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as in values
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
experts estimated the value of the painting at a million dollars
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as in figures
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
we estimated the snowfall to be about a foot
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as in estimations
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
what we owe our war veterans is beyond estimate
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as in assessments
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the estimate of many art specialists that the painting is a fake
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Recent Examples of estimates
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
The street estimates the average revenue growth rate to be in the high-teens over the next few years.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Forbes estimates the retailer will spend nearly $2 billion on the expansion.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The most recent wastewater data, published by the CDC on December 19, estimates levels of COVID-19 from Saturday, December 8 to Sunday, December 14.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Forbes estimates the retailer will spend nearly $2 billion on this expansion.
—Jemima McEvoy, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
By the end of that year, the firm estimates, the global market size for humanoid robots will reach a whopping $139 billion, with a 50% compound annual growth rate between 2026 and 2035.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
The Patient Advocate Foundation estimates that in 2018, case managers would have to initiate an average of 16 phone calls or emails to resolve a claim.
—Arianna Huffington, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Forbes estimates that about one in five workers still operate remotely, and by 2025 over 22 percent of the workforce will be working from home.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
Between this past Saturday and the New Year, AAA estimates that about 1,077,918 Nutmeggers — nearly 30% of the population — will travel more than 50 miles for the holidays.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
The street estimates the average revenue growth rate to be in the high-teens over the next few years.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Forbes estimates the retailer will spend nearly $2 billion on the expansion.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The most recent wastewater data, published by the CDC on December 19, estimates levels of COVID-19 from Saturday, December 8 to Sunday, December 14.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Forbes estimates the retailer will spend nearly $2 billion on this expansion.
—Jemima McEvoy, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
By the end of that year, the firm estimates, the global market size for humanoid robots will reach a whopping $139 billion, with a 50% compound annual growth rate between 2026 and 2035.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
The Patient Advocate Foundation estimates that in 2018, case managers would have to initiate an average of 16 phone calls or emails to resolve a claim.
—Arianna Huffington, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Forbes estimates that about one in five workers still operate remotely, and by 2025 over 22 percent of the workforce will be working from home.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimates
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These scenarios introduce risks into processes like fair value estimations, impairment assessments and disclosures, particularly when these judgments depend on visual or audio-based evidence.Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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For starters, the methods used to make the estimations have changed a lot over the years as has the data the researchers are using in their analysis.Gabrielle Emanuel, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
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More attention to be applied to Zero Trust risk management strategies, from vulnerability assessments and securing code from production throughout the life cycle.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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These legacy systems must undergo retrospective assessments, testing and security enhancements to meet today’s expectations.Christian Espinosa, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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One program assesses the proficiency of students in math, social studies, science and English.Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Swedish Security Service assesses that Iran, as well as Russia and China, pose the greatest security threats to Sweden.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Lee Jung-jae says his measure of success for his own performance is telegraphing the complex morality of his character, as Gi-hun constantly calculates the correctness of his choices.Chad de Guzman, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
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For example, if multiple VCs have invested in the same company at different stages, the model calculates a score for each VC based on their specific investment and level of participation.TrueBridge Capital, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Borowski acknowledged the challenges the department faces, but said the state health department has not adequately addressed the long wait for competency evaluations or treatment.Eva Wen, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
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At a meeting of the Milwaukee Community Justice Council this month, Adam Oldenburg, the forensic court liaison for the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, said 204 people were on the waitlist for competency evaluations and treatment.Eva Wen, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
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The index evaluates both current economic perceptions and expectations for the next six months, offering a snapshot of consumer sentiment.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Use the Contrast Principle People’s perceptions are often shaped by comparison.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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By exchanging intelligence about dangers and innovative security advances, communication makes preparedness possible.Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Owen makes a terrific older Spade, all craggy features and rasping voice.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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This enables quantum computers to perform complex calculations with fundamentally different computational capabilities.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Feasibility calculations are currently being explored at United, with significantly higher prices for season tickets factored in, although nothing has been decided and the club say fans will be consulted.Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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