as in inflated
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in protruding
to extend outward beyond a usual point
some boulders projected dangerously out above the trail
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in planning
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we must project next year's budget now
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of projecting
Colin Flint, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
In addition to projecting strength, Beijing has a practical interest in expanding its cooperation with Russia and presence in far north waters, where its coast guard could in the future protect its economic interests, experts say.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
Bottled up in Black Sea near waters as a result of its war in Ukraine, Russia’s only current avenue for projecting its naval power is access to Africa and Indian Ocean far waters as a junior partner with China, which will dictate the terms and conditions.
—Colin Flint, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Most prognosticators are projecting an opening of $50 million to $60 million in North America based on the most recent audience tracking surveys, which would be lower than earlier estimates.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
Analysts are projecting roughly 6% revenue growth when PayPal reports third-quarter results in about a month, according to LSEG.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2024
There are actually graphs projecting the difference in greenhouse gas emissions between the two.
—Sean Illing, Vox, 29 Sep. 2024
Indeed, autonomous taxis, trucks, and buses are expected to penetrate markets first, with some analysts projecting that half of commercial fleet vehicles will be driverless by the end of the next decade.
—Jonathan Masters, Foreign Affairs, 17 Aug. 2017
Verb
Russia’s naval setbacks against Ukraine are only the latest in its historical difficulties in projecting sea power and its resulting tendency to mainly focus on the defense of near waters.
—Colin Flint, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
In addition to projecting strength, Beijing has a practical interest in expanding its cooperation with Russia and presence in far north waters, where its coast guard could in the future protect its economic interests, experts say.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
Bottled up in Black Sea near waters as a result of its war in Ukraine, Russia’s only current avenue for projecting its naval power is access to Africa and Indian Ocean far waters as a junior partner with China, which will dictate the terms and conditions.
—Colin Flint, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
Most prognosticators are projecting an opening of $50 million to $60 million in North America based on the most recent audience tracking surveys, which would be lower than earlier estimates.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
Analysts are projecting roughly 6% revenue growth when PayPal reports third-quarter results in about a month, according to LSEG.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2024
There are actually graphs projecting the difference in greenhouse gas emissions between the two.
—Sean Illing, Vox, 29 Sep. 2024
Indeed, autonomous taxis, trucks, and buses are expected to penetrate markets first, with some analysts projecting that half of commercial fleet vehicles will be driverless by the end of the next decade.
—Jonathan Masters, Foreign Affairs, 17 Aug. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projecting
Adjective
-
Oasis announces North America tour dates for summer 2025 00:39 These measures were implemented in an effort to curb ticket scalping, or reselling tickets at inflated prices for profit.Daysia Tolentino, NBC News, 30 Oct. 2024
-
The inflated cost for some spare parts means others can’t be bought, and the readiness of the plane to fly missions could be affected.Tom Vanden Brook, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
Verb
-
The lack of protruding domes in the ring’s interior is the most evident design change, which should increase comfort, Russell adds.Alexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 3 Oct. 2024
-
The camera module now retains the body-color accents in a slightly more protruding form.Prakhar Khanna, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Verb
-
For all of what Russell is and has been, Monday was possibly his most self-aware, poking fun at his frequent stints on the trade block, owning his supreme confidence on the offensive end and his struggles on the other side of the court.Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
-
Spirit Halloween is hitting back at Saturday Night Live, who aired a sketch poking fun at the costume store.Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2024
Verb
-
In the interim, businesses that meet California reporting requirements will have to use their best guess in preparing for reporting standards.Jon McGowan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
-
Employers need to stay informed and adapt their compliance strategies to meet these new requirements while also preparing for potential legislative changes expected in 2025.Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Adjective
-
The colorful and bulbous case is made out of thick foam that completely envelopes the tablet.PCMAG, PCMAG, 23 Oct. 2024
-
The sparkling hue helps accentuate the carbon-fiber body kit that includes a new front splitter, bulbous fenders in the front and back, as well as a giant rear wing.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2024
Verb
-
The report outlines Trio-Tech's strategic focus on reducing its concentration in the semiconductor industry by organizing its operations into Semiconductor Back-end Solutions and Industrial Electronics segments.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
-
The suit also claims the WFA has been involved in anticompetitive behavior in organizing an advertising boycott harming X financially.Brad Adgate, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Verb
-
Then, spend a few moments arranging them.Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2024
-
It's got the basics covered with connecting rooms and essential kid gear, and the kids club, though not cheap at 150 euros a day, is less about babysitting and more about mini-immersions into the hotel's ethos — think herb workshops, flower arranging, and baking lessons.Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2024
Verb
-
Also, calculating the correct payment amount can be difficult when income fluctuates during the year and from year to year.Bob Carlson, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
-
Mapping assets and services as well as creating threat models are key to understanding interconnections and calculating supply chain implications.Chris Dimitriadis, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near projecting
Cite this Entry
“Projecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/projecting. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share