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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
Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 7 Nov. 2025
For all of fiscal 2026, Ralph Lauren is now projecting revenues will rise 5 to 7 percent in constant currencies, up from the low- to midsingle-digit increase forecast in August.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
The group was encased in wrap-around screens projecting visuals of their performance and only barely visible as the slow-burn groove of the song unfurled over beautifully overlapping guitars.
—Daniel Dylan Wray, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2025
For 2025, Cava is now projecting that its same-store sales will increase 3% to 4%, down from its prior outlook of 4% to 6% growth.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
Anthropic, maker of the Claude chatbot, is projecting explosive growth—forecasting as much as $70 billion in revenue by 2028, up from about $5 billion this year, according to The Information.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
In his latest article projecting contracts for all the top players on the market, Britton had Tucker landing a historic contract.
—Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
But as anyone who has marveled at Netflix’s wildly inconsistent methodology for projecting its films inside theater walls can also tell you, big box office was never the play here.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2025
In addition to projecting 2D plans on the floor, Walk Your Plans can project 3D renderings onto a wall.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
Chinese warships now outnumber US ones, although the US operates more aircraft carriers, which are vital ways of projecting power overseas.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 7 Nov. 2025
For all of fiscal 2026, Ralph Lauren is now projecting revenues will rise 5 to 7 percent in constant currencies, up from the low- to midsingle-digit increase forecast in August.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
The group was encased in wrap-around screens projecting visuals of their performance and only barely visible as the slow-burn groove of the song unfurled over beautifully overlapping guitars.
—Daniel Dylan Wray, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2025
For 2025, Cava is now projecting that its same-store sales will increase 3% to 4%, down from its prior outlook of 4% to 6% growth.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
Anthropic, maker of the Claude chatbot, is projecting explosive growth—forecasting as much as $70 billion in revenue by 2028, up from about $5 billion this year, according to The Information.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
In his latest article projecting contracts for all the top players on the market, Britton had Tucker landing a historic contract.
—Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
But as anyone who has marveled at Netflix’s wildly inconsistent methodology for projecting its films inside theater walls can also tell you, big box office was never the play here.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2025
In addition to projecting 2D plans on the floor, Walk Your Plans can project 3D renderings onto a wall.
—Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projecting
Adjective
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Another agency investigation revealed that a former CPS employee defrauded the district of potentially more than $135,000 over three years by reporting false or inflated work hours, the report said.—
Hope Moses,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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Investors also periodically rotated out of tech and into value areas of the market due to worries of inflated valuations in the AI trade.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
3 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Avoid areas of ice with protruding debris like logs or brush.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Most often, she was seen with protruding, sculptural hair, abstract eye shadow, and vibrant lip colors, all in line with her aesthetic at the Mugler 1986 show.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
26 Dec. 2025
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While the first missions to space would not occur for several years, scientists began planning on how humans could reach orbit, fly to the Moon, and beyond.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Whether we’re headed to the gym, lounging at home, or planning your next trips, Lululemon is our go-to destination for a workout wardrobe that doubles as casual and travel wear.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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King Charles had been getting treatment after being diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer, which was detected in tests after a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace said in February 2024.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
12 Dec. 2025
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Common symptoms of an EHV respiratory disease can include fever, coughing, nasal discharge, enlarged lymph nodes, lethargy, anorexia, conjunctivitis and lower limb swelling, according to the AAEP.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
26 Nov. 2025
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Tonight, after poking the bear, this bear roared.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Nov. 2025
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There are also dual Akrapvoic exhausts poking out the rear, framed by slim taillights.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Packers are preparing for a wild-card game Saturday night in Chicago.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Listen to Glaser discuss preparing to host the 2026 Golden Globes on Ripa's podcast episode above.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Craig had to have his key staff lined up by May 1, some 5,000 library books ordered by July 1, not to mention getting a faculty for 500 students, designing a curriculum, selecting and ordering texts, even down to designing application forms, catalogs, etc.—
Roger Simmons,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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Majestic Labs is designing an AI system for inference with 128 terabytes of memory, or about 100 times more memory than some current AI systems, Rabii said, adding that the company plans to eschew HBM memory for lower-cost options.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Depending on sun, shade, and mood, meals can be taken in different locations—in the main lodge, on a private veranda, or between the bulbous trunks of baobabs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Dec. 2025
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In the spring, summer and fall, travelers flock to Utah’s Canyon Country for the rich red canyons, arches and bulbous rock formations found in the area’s two national parks, national monuments, state parks and recreation areas.—
Alex Temblador,
USA Today,
18 Nov. 2025
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“Projecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/projecting. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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