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as in assessments
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the teacher's estimation of her student's scientific aptitude proved to be well-founded when he won a national science award
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as in estimates
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
I may have been a little too hasty in my estimation of his musical abilities
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as in regards
a feeling of great approval and liking
a show business superstar who enjoys the estimation of fans and fellow performers alike
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Recent Examples of estimations
Newsom and the analysts sometimes differ in their estimations.
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Trân Nguyễn, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Artemis 3 is scheduled for late 2027, according to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, who based the timetable on Blue Origin's and SpaceX's estimations of the earliest completion for their respective landers.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 13 May 2026
CarEdge offers tools for buying cars, such as invoice pricing and dealer quotes, buying guides, value ratings, insurance estimations and more.
—Danny Smith, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The rollout, however, was quickly met with user complaints of inaccurate age estimations and workarounds found by users hoping to trick the system.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026
City lawmakers proposed lengthy exemptions, which led to meager revenue estimations.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Given budget estimations don't include costly marketing and promotional expenses, the film still has a long way to go before passing into the black.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
Again, these are rough estimations.
—Jerry Perez, The Drive, 25 Feb. 2026
With Junk Wax Era estimations in mind, there are a couple additional points worth noting.
—Corey Merriman, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Trân Nguyễn, Fortune, 15 May 2026
Artemis 3 is scheduled for late 2027, according to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, who based the timetable on Blue Origin's and SpaceX's estimations of the earliest completion for their respective landers.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 13 May 2026
CarEdge offers tools for buying cars, such as invoice pricing and dealer quotes, buying guides, value ratings, insurance estimations and more.
—Danny Smith, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
The rollout, however, was quickly met with user complaints of inaccurate age estimations and workarounds found by users hoping to trick the system.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026
City lawmakers proposed lengthy exemptions, which led to meager revenue estimations.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Given budget estimations don't include costly marketing and promotional expenses, the film still has a long way to go before passing into the black.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
Again, these are rough estimations.
—Jerry Perez, The Drive, 25 Feb. 2026
With Junk Wax Era estimations in mind, there are a couple additional points worth noting.
—Corey Merriman, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimations
Noun
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The board also approved a motion directing county agencies to continue health monitoring, environmental assessments, and community support efforts.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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Roborock’s donation will help fund blind soccer coaches, mobility training, physical therapies, and specialized assessments.—
JP Shaffer,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2026
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Even estimates from city officials to arrive at least two hours early were not enough.—
Amina Kilpatrick,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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While one in three students nationwide experienced chronic absenteeism during the 2021-2022 academic year, the rate is declining, from up to 30% to roughly 24% by the start of the past school year, according to estimates from the Return 2 Learn tracker reviewed by ABC News.—
Arthur Jones II,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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With regards to trust, a camera may misread an object, a vision model may describe a metal cart as a medical cart or a robot may see only part of a room.—
Ron Schmelzer,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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Warnock touted the inclusion of his Appraisal Modernization Act, which would provide recourse for homeowners who believe their property appraisals are unfairly low.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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But any changes would not help in the immediate future — the first round of design appraisals and cost estimates won't be finished until 2027.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
21 June 2026
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Full scale mockup evaluations continue, while interior production and engineering development progress, moving forward on the lifestyle at sea vision held by the lifelong yachtsman and owner, Scott Blum.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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During his arraignment June 5, a judge halted court proceedings and directed Gledhill’s case to a court that specializes in mental health evaluations.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
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Played on the show by Sarah Pidgeon, audiences on TikTok have gone into a frenzy with appreciations and tutorials showing how to style Besette staples like a white shirt, pencil skirt, and headband.—
Valentina Bottoni,
Vanity Fair,
13 Mar. 2026
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Brian LaCroix, restaurant operator at Chick-fil-A, said the fast food chain will no longer be offering the military appreciations special.—
Rosanna Fraire,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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According to an insider with decades of dealings with the director, Spielberg is well aware of perceptions of his commercial cold streak and specifically set about to reverse course with Disclosure Day.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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To create its 10-point Solo Travel Risk Index, the company examined a range of factors that can shape the solo travel experience, including residents' perceptions of personal safety, healthcare quality and accessibility, peace and safety indices, environmental risks, and internet connectivity.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
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There was enough notice for other cast members to swing by and pay their respects, too.—
Josh Wigler,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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In some respects, Rogue Trooper is his Diamond Dogs (the concept album, not just the single), which Bowie modeled on George Orwell’s 1948 novel 1984.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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“Estimations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimations. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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