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as in to assess
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 to calculate
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 estimation
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 assessment
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 estimate
Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
An Urban Institute report from March estimated that the changes would mean about 5 million to 10 million people fewer people nationally would be enrolled in Medicaid than would have been otherwise.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Matt Egan, CNN Money, 4 May 2026
Ford has also warned that its commodity costs, including aluminum and steel, will rise by about $2 billion this year, double its previous estimate.
—CNBC, 4 May 2026
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Verb
Ann Grimmett, expert and VP of Merchandising at Jared Jewelers, estimated that the jewel contains 6 carats and is worth around $225,000.
—Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
An Urban Institute report from March estimated that the changes would mean about 5 million to 10 million people fewer people nationally would be enrolled in Medicaid than would have been otherwise.
—ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
There are about 170 million barrels of crude oil, jet fuel, diesel and other refined products stuck in the Middle East aboard 166 tankers, according to estimates from Kpler.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 4 May 2026
Ford has also warned that its commodity costs, including aluminum and steel, will rise by about $2 billion this year, double its previous estimate.
—CNBC, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimate
Verb
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Robinson — who stepped over Daniels during a testy Game 2 exchange — and Daniels were assessed offsetting technical fouls and were both ejected.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Orland Park Assistant Village Manager Jim Culotta said the village will decide whether to continue funding the program for residents after three years, assessing how many residents use the service and how its received by the broader community.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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For The Times) Dollars and sensitivities The financial implications of the strike are difficult to calculate at this juncture, but the district doesn’t necessarily lose money.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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They’re calculated, high-tech operations.—
Chris Spear,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In his estimation, on-field success is the single largest driver of long-term enterprise value for sports teams.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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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
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Kevin Griess, the superintendent of the National Mall and Memorial Parks for the Park Service, said during the hearing there was no plan to begin such work Monday but added that a safety assessment was underway.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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In addition to the semi-private wait areas and a dedicated family lobby, the expansion also added five rooms designated for initial intake assessments and two dedicated procedure rooms.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Alphabet announced plans to raise its AI spending, but also exhibited an ability to monetize AI through ad revenue and demand for cloud contract services, with a backlog of deals valued at $460 billion, according to the company’s earnings results.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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This fourth season was the series’ most ambitious, both in its set pieces (shoot-outs, car chases) and in its interrogation of what its characters value and love, and if Dark Winds can keep mixing up the flavor of Leaphorn and Chee’s foes, its forecast looks good.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
4 May 2026
Verb
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People were always trying to figure her out, to root around into her background in an attempt to explain her appeal.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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This figures to be a challenging season for the Dolphins with so much dead money clogging the books.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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In addition to working with academic institutions, Kline does appraisal, auction, consulting, and rental services.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Miller said one option would be for the property owners to get regular appraisals, which would be create a flood of demand for appraisal companies like his.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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The man was transported to Backus Hospital in Norwich for further evaluation, according to police.—
Kellie Love,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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Federal evaluations show that participants are more likely to increase earnings and pursue employment, and the program has expanded access to employment services and support networks for beneficiaries seeking work.—
French Hill,
Baltimore Sun,
4 May 2026
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“Estimate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimate. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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