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as in protruding
to extend outward beyond a usual point
some boulders projected dangerously out above the trail
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as in planning
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we must project next year's budget now
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Recent Examples of projecting
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
The Federal Reserve's recent hawkish stance, holding rates and projecting potential hikes, sets a crucial backdrop, influencing various asset classes.
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Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Google’s compute business is seeing strong demand, with Wall Street projecting Google Cloud revenue to surge roughly 64% this year, to $96 billion, according to FactSet.
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Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
27 June 2026
Stenberg would be the obvious selection, with so much offensive talent, great hands, and a high-end shot that has experts projecting top-line potential.
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Murat Ates,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
In the clip, Future spends his time surrounded by luxury and beautiful women, projecting the kind of effortless confidence that has become his trademark over more than a decade atop rap’s hierarchy.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
26 June 2026
Miami has the 13th overall pick with a mock consensus projecting Heat take a big such as Morez Johnson, Hannes Steinbach, Yaxel Lendeborg or Karim Lopez.
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Greg Cote
june 21,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
Red Lobster is projecting positive net income by the end of the fiscal year under Adamolekun's leadership, according to the Vanity Fair profile.
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Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Overall, analysts are projecting a 70 basis point year-over-year gross margin expansion for the softlines sector.
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Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
The Federal Reserve's recent hawkish stance, holding rates and projecting potential hikes, sets a crucial backdrop, influencing various asset classes.
—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Google’s compute business is seeing strong demand, with Wall Street projecting Google Cloud revenue to surge roughly 64% this year, to $96 billion, according to FactSet.
—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
27 June 2026
Stenberg would be the obvious selection, with so much offensive talent, great hands, and a high-end shot that has experts projecting top-line potential.
—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
In the clip, Future spends his time surrounded by luxury and beautiful women, projecting the kind of effortless confidence that has become his trademark over more than a decade atop rap’s hierarchy.
—
Spin Staff,
SPIN,
26 June 2026
Miami has the 13th overall pick with a mock consensus projecting Heat take a big such as Morez Johnson, Hannes Steinbach, Yaxel Lendeborg or Karim Lopez.
—
Greg Cote
june 21,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
Red Lobster is projecting positive net income by the end of the fiscal year under Adamolekun's leadership, according to the Vanity Fair profile.
—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projecting
Adjective
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Simón, who undertook a similar odyssey at the same age, never allows this delicate story to succumb to self-indulgence or an inflated sense of its own importance.
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As Jackson County legislators consider whether to implement a tax credit program to homeowners who paid inflated property tax bills in 2023, county homeowners and organizations are split on who should bear the cost.
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And while certainly shaken up, the driver and passenger (also test dummies in this case) likely could have walked away without being struck by shattered glass or a protruding antler.
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Features such as surface roughness and protruding fibers create more sites where particles can stick to the outer surface rather than passing through.
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Andrea Davis, president and CEO of The Resiliency Initiative, has spent 25 years planning emergency response and crisis management for organizations including Disney, Walmart, the FIFA World Cup and Times Square's New Year's Eve celebration.
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When planning for retirement, asset allocation, withdrawal strategies, and tax-efficient investing is typically top of mind.
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That starts right up front with a full makeover that pairs a simplified bumper with a set of enlarged LED headlights.
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According to the release, the medical director allegedly signed off on one patient's test results as normal, despite indications that the patient had an enlarged heart.
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Calderón, a big, bald man wearing a gold chain and cross-shaped earrings, sat off to the side, amid an entourage of muscular assistants in polo shirts, poking at his phone.
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If their edges are poking out from your ice sphere, your ice will melt and break apart faster.
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On the 10th anniversary of the Brexit referendum, Britain is preparing for its seventh prime minister in a decade.
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Latvian intelligence is warning that Russia is preparing possible provocations against the Baltic states or Poland, including drones or any other hybrid attacks, in an effort to pressure NATO countries to stop supporting Ukraine.
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The longest ending includes the risen Jesus appearing to Mary Magdalene, whose testimony is initially rebuffed, and then to others.
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This wretched regime is doomed to be overthrown by the risen populace and rebellious youth.
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Having spent years exploring these regions and designing itineraries for discerning travelers, here are my top tips on where to sip, what to see, and where to stay during your visit to Croatia.
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The manufacturer then finalizes tooling – designing and manufacturing the parts of a popcorn bucket – before the product is shipped to theater companies, marketed to fans and, eventually, sold online and in theaters.
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“Projecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/projecting. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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