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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The United Nations estimates that gang violence has killed over 2,300 people in Haiti since the beginning of this year.
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Using Google Maps, NBC News estimates that the video shows that at least eight apartment blocks have been levelled, along with shops and other stores along the roadside.
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The reward is giving a meaningful piece a second life with someone who values it.
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For example, if your company values a good sense of humor or camaraderie between colleagues, let potential candidates know.
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“Guesstimates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guesstimates. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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