as in sections
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 projections
The Department of Finance, which calculates its projections differently, is expected to estimate a smaller deficit than the LAO.
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Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Current pricing projections place the vehicle under $30,000.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
Changes are typically made as actual spending changes from projections made in the summer and as the statewide October enrollment count, which is used to determine per-pupil funding, is finalized in December.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The mayor's budget team also claimed during budget hearings that the spending plan adopted by the mayor's rivals relied on overly optimistic revenue projections, and could force potential layoffs of city workers before the end of the year.
—Chris Tye, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Forecasting revenues over a 99-year period stretches credibility, as economic models typically lose reliability within five years, making century-long projections speculative at best.
—Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
The projections aldermen made for their policy changes are often bold, but not necessarily implausible, civic analysts told the Tribune.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
According to Mock’s latest projections, the Irish have the sixth-best odds of making the playoff, at 93 percent.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
Unable to use any available light for the shot, the next solution would be projections of some sort.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 11 Nov. 2025
Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Current pricing projections place the vehicle under $30,000.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
Changes are typically made as actual spending changes from projections made in the summer and as the statewide October enrollment count, which is used to determine per-pupil funding, is finalized in December.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The mayor's budget team also claimed during budget hearings that the spending plan adopted by the mayor's rivals relied on overly optimistic revenue projections, and could force potential layoffs of city workers before the end of the year.
—Chris Tye, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
Forecasting revenues over a 99-year period stretches credibility, as economic models typically lose reliability within five years, making century-long projections speculative at best.
—Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
The projections aldermen made for their policy changes are often bold, but not necessarily implausible, civic analysts told the Tribune.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
According to Mock’s latest projections, the Irish have the sixth-best odds of making the playoff, at 93 percent.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025
Unable to use any available light for the shot, the next solution would be projections of some sort.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projections
Noun
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The field guides dedicate entire sections to cultural production, media engagement and rapid narrative dissemination following high-profile incidents.—
Asra Q. Nomani , Alba Cuebas-Fantauzzi,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Why do some colored sections feel more balanced than others?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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When cells produce proteins, the amino acids spontaneously fold into tangled and twisted structures, with pockets and protuberances, and sometimes long, trailing tails.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
28 Nov. 2025
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In the far distance lies the Pacific Ocean, and beyond that, featureless protuberances labeled Japan, Russia and China.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
1 Sep. 2025
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The female’s back is covered in small protrusions that resemble popped kernels of popcorn, inspiring its genus name Zea, derived from the corn plant.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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This protein is needed for the formation of cilia — hairlike protrusions that cells can use to move — as well as in the assembly of the mitotic spindle that organizes chromosomes during cell division, and for the transport of neurotransmitters in neurons.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Jan. 2026
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The most popular landmark in town is the Saint Andrew Cathedral, which has one of the biggest domes in the Balkans.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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New York, New Jersey and portions of southern Connecticut are under winter storm warnings, prompting all three governors to declare a state of emergency, with the forecast calling for 12 inches or more in parts of the Tri-State Area.—
Matthew Villafane,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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Weather forecasters are warning that a major winter storm is expected to impact large portions of the United States starting Friday.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, sidewall bulges or blisters and dents in wheel rims.—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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These bulges are made from actin, a protein that helps shape the cell, and they weren’t stopped by certain inhibitors, meaning the process may be similar to other cell activities.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
12 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Where the roof overhangs the back porch, vents fitted with fine-gauge mesh are designed to block embers from entering the attic.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Analysts added that this might be exacerbated by overhangs on the potential deal between Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This approach emphasizes meaningful pieces that tell a story over instant gratification.—
Amanda Lauren,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The Streets Department says crews spent part of the day making sure the more than 600 pieces of equipment, that will be used to clear the snow, are ready to roll.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Projections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/projections. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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