as in dome
a part that sticks out from the general mass of something
filed down all the projections until the surface was smooth
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Recent Examples of projection
Simplifi is more of a tracking and projection tool for investments rather than an in-depth investment analysis tool.
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Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 12 June 2026
With the addition of the Google deal disclosed during SpaceX's roadshow last week, the company more than doubled its revenue projections for 2026, Monaghan said.
—Sean Conlon,yun Li, CNBC, 12 June 2026
In late May, Goldman Sachs updated its projection for gross IPO proceeds to a record $225 billion—up from $160 billion earlier in the year.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 12 June 2026
In January, an anti-ICE projection was reposted by Don Lemon to millions of views, and even CNN came calling.
—Oren Peleg, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
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Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 12 June 2026
With the addition of the Google deal disclosed during SpaceX's roadshow last week, the company more than doubled its revenue projections for 2026, Monaghan said.
—Sean Conlon,yun Li, CNBC, 12 June 2026
In late May, Goldman Sachs updated its projection for gross IPO proceeds to a record $225 billion—up from $160 billion earlier in the year.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 12 June 2026
In January, an anti-ICE projection was reposted by Don Lemon to millions of views, and even CNN came calling.
—Oren Peleg, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for projection
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The neighborhood is near major religious sites Abu Diab’s neighborhood, al-Bustan, extends through a valley just outside the Old City, with the dome of the Al-Aqsa Mosque visible above the towering walls.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Abu Diab's neighborhood, al-Bustan, extends through a valley just outside the Old City, with the dome of the Al-Aqsa Mosque visible above the towering walls.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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From the cozy Kringle Kitchen room to the rustic Country Christmas displays, each section caters to a different decorating style, whether your aesthetic leans classic, whimsical, or over-the-top festive.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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Then, separate four small sections at the crown of your head and clip them away from the rest of your hair (these will be your mini braids).—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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The district encompasses Elk Grove and portions of Sacramento.—
Evelyn Ronan,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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The country with the second largest portion of companies on the list is France, which is one of the leading renewable energy producers and sustainability innovators in the EU with a €240 million plan unveiled in April to further reduce its fossil fuel reliance.—
Charlotte Hu,
Time,
9 June 2026
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Prolapse or protrusion of hemorrhoids don’t go back in.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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An unnoticed protrusion on the floor she’s dragged across renders her injury considerably worse, turning temporary acute discomfort into a real medical emergency.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Today, convexity, which can be more expensive, is used earlier and some experts recommend a convexity-first approach after ostomy surgery.—
Diego Schaps,
STAT,
1 Apr. 2026
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The tower flaunts its partnership with the Dime Savings Bank, sending the 1908 landmark’s geometrical exuberance rocketing upward in a play of convexities and concavities, glass and trim, darkness and gleam.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
28 Jan. 2026
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As does the Buddha’s Hand, a pulp-less lemon with fragrant, yellowy finger-like protuberances best for zesting, candying, and making infusions for teas, simple syrups, marinades, and libations.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Described as bright green with small protuberances on its back, the frog belongs to the Gastrotheca genus, a group of marsupial frogs found in Central and South America.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2026
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This is a very complicated print with all the actuators and overhangs.—
Michael Lydick,
PC Magazine,
10 June 2026
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To avoid these issues, prune overgrown plants and trees regularly and pay particular attention to plants that have grown into walkways or that overhang areas where children and pets are active.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
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The majority of items on show are from a collection that Lai Mah donated to the museum in 2022 comprising mostly of dresses belonging to Susan, as well as some pieces from her own mother, Li Zhang Huifang, who was a good friend of Susan’s.—
Stephy Chung,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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The larger case between county officials and the Missouri State Tax Commission is still pending, along with several appeals and at least one piece of tax legislation at the legislature level.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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