as in estimates
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
I'm going to guesstimate that this ring is worth $200 or so
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Beyond the acquisition costs, the report estimates spending another $21 billion in capital investment over the space of three decades to maintain the assets for transmission and distribution of the utility system.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026 -
With a battery capacity of 2,016 Wh, Bluetti estimates this can run a standard 2-kWH, 18-22-cu-ft (510-623-L) fridge for about 22 hours on a full charge.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Apr. 2026
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In a Wednesday statement, a BP spokesman said the refinery values its employees and respects their rights to assemble.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Known for its walkable neighborhoods, fiercely independent food culture and more than 500 food carts spread across the city, Portland rewards the kind of eater who values authenticity over flash and community over chains.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Guesstimates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guesstimates. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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