crunch (the) numbers

phrase

: to process numbers : to examine and analyze numbers, especially to determine exactly how much money is available, needed, etc.

When we sat down to crunch the numbers we realized that we couldn't afford a new car.

Examples of crunch (the) numbers in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s as sophisticated AI tools are increasingly being used to crunch numbers and produce content, performing tasks in minutes that used to require knowledge workers hours, days, or even weeks to do. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 Mar. 2026

So crunch the numbers and see what works (and doesn't) for you right now. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025

Sacramento Steps Forward will again hire Simtech Solutions to crunch the numbers to come up with the final number. — Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 26 Nov. 2025

Take the time this holiday weekend, then, to crunch the numbers here. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 26 Nov. 2025