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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
Marc Levy, Fortune, 29 May 2026
Scientists have had a hard time projecting climate feedbacks, and that can add another half a degree Celsius (nearly a degree Fahrenheit) of warming on top of what’s caused by emissions.
—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
In an interview with CNBC in February, Infantino said FIFA is projecting revenues in excess of $11billion from the World Cup, which will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico in June and July.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Variety isn’t alone in projecting that Backrooms will seize the box office crown from The Mandalorian and Grogu.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The county is, however, projecting increases in, for example, its health dental contributions for employees, which is paid for via the general fund.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
The league is reportedly seeking $250 million to $350 million to continue operations, while projecting a profit within three years.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
Walt Disney himself thought projecting an idea of America and his view was really important.
—Sean Woods, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2026
Wold is projecting revenue of $448 million in 2026, higher than the $396 million the company collected in 2019.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 22 May 2026
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The state, in 2024, had used previous history in projecting that the exemption would total $136 million in fiscal 2025 and $142 million in fiscal 2026.
—Marc Levy, Fortune, 29 May 2026
Scientists have had a hard time projecting climate feedbacks, and that can add another half a degree Celsius (nearly a degree Fahrenheit) of warming on top of what’s caused by emissions.
—Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
In an interview with CNBC in February, Infantino said FIFA is projecting revenues in excess of $11billion from the World Cup, which will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico in June and July.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 27 May 2026
Variety isn’t alone in projecting that Backrooms will seize the box office crown from The Mandalorian and Grogu.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The county is, however, projecting increases in, for example, its health dental contributions for employees, which is paid for via the general fund.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
The league is reportedly seeking $250 million to $350 million to continue operations, while projecting a profit within three years.
—Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
Walt Disney himself thought projecting an idea of America and his view was really important.
—Sean Woods, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2026
Wold is projecting revenue of $448 million in 2026, higher than the $396 million the company collected in 2019.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projecting
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This weakening of currency, combined with inflated jet fuel prices, has also led to one of the country’s major airlines, Air India, to cancel more than a quarter of its international flights between June and August.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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Getting at least three estimates can help homeowners identify inflated pricing, compare warranty coverage and better understand what services are included in the installation cost.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Elsewhere on the trophy, there are the original rules to soccer, from 1863, which include a proscription on players having nails, iron plates, or gutta-percha—a Malaysian rubberlike material, now used in root canals—protruding from their boots.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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The cups also feature a more angular design, visibly protruding rather than gradually curving.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
31 May 2026
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What to know about Artemis Under NASA's Artemis campaign, the space agency is planning to put astronauts on the surface of the moon for the first time since the Apollo era ended in 1972.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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The sector had been whispering earlier this year that Richemont was planning to offload Jaeger-LeCoultre.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
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Digestive problems, such as an enlarged esophagus or colon.—
Eva Flowe
May 29,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Your gastroenterologist finds a large hiatal hernia, an enlarged opening of the diaphragm trapping part of your stomach.—
Danielle Friedman,
The Conversation,
28 May 2026
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In partnership with Underdog, a popular daily fantasy sports (DFS) and pick'em betting platform, Brooks revealed a one-of-a-kind board game poking fun at SGA.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2026
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Plenty of skilled directors can manipulate tension and fear while still poking us toward nervous laughter.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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The family had been preparing to celebrate his centennial on June 10.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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Auditability is not optional, especially for any company subject to SOX or preparing for an IPO.—
Mike Whitmire,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The longest ending includes the risen Jesus appearing to Mary Magdalene, whose testimony is initially rebuffed, and then to others.—
Mary Foskett,
The Conversation,
20 Mar. 2026
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This wretched regime is doomed to be overthrown by the risen populace and rebellious youth.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
1 Jan. 2026
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What could be better than designing for England with Nike.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
30 May 2026
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Organizations must move from passive observation to active strategy, designing structures that translate AI learning into tangible career growth.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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“Projecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/projecting. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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