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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 projections Gottfredson shared with CNBC are revisions.
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Robert Ferris,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
Other projections estimate the amount could approach $850 million over time as participation grows.
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Jeffrey S. Trimbath,
Baltimore Sun,
28 June 2026
New projections this month showed that the Social Security trust fund will run out of money sooner than previously thought, meaning benefits would face a 22% cut by 2032 unless adjustments are enacted.
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Jason Ma,
Fortune,
28 June 2026
The standalone super-flick starring Milly Alcock as the titular heroine didn't bomb, but its $38 million domestic and $68 million global takes (per Rentrak) fall short of both projections and pricey budgetary estimates.
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Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 June 2026
According to the latest projections from ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Sacramento is $16 million over the luxury tax line, $13 million over the first apron and $49,000 over the second apron.
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Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
28 June 2026
The 18-year-old McKenna is from Yukon’s capital of Whitehorse and has been a prolific scorer on both sides of the Canadian border, with his selection validating the projections of the left winger being his age group’s top prospect more than two years ago.
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Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
Still, long-term projections for young families are bleak.
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Tom Deignan,
New York Daily News,
21 June 2026
Without intervention, the projections say, the lake will remain below the critical elevation for the foreseeable future.
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Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
21 June 2026
Robert Ferris,
CNBC,
28 June 2026
Other projections estimate the amount could approach $850 million over time as participation grows.
—
Jeffrey S. Trimbath,
Baltimore Sun,
28 June 2026
New projections this month showed that the Social Security trust fund will run out of money sooner than previously thought, meaning benefits would face a 22% cut by 2032 unless adjustments are enacted.
—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
28 June 2026
The standalone super-flick starring Milly Alcock as the titular heroine didn't bomb, but its $38 million domestic and $68 million global takes (per Rentrak) fall short of both projections and pricey budgetary estimates.
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Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 June 2026
According to the latest projections from ESPN’s Bobby Marks, Sacramento is $16 million over the luxury tax line, $13 million over the first apron and $49,000 over the second apron.
—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
28 June 2026
The 18-year-old McKenna is from Yukon’s capital of Whitehorse and has been a prolific scorer on both sides of the Canadian border, with his selection validating the projections of the left winger being his age group’s top prospect more than two years ago.
—
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
Still, long-term projections for young families are bleak.
—
Tom Deignan,
New York Daily News,
21 June 2026
Without intervention, the projections say, the lake will remain below the critical elevation for the foreseeable future.
—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projections
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In La Guaira, entire sections of Catia la Mar remained without electricity on Thursday after many residents spent Wednesday night sleeping in streets, cars or near damaged buildings, terrified of further collapses.
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This involves patching sections of roads to avoid triggering federal ADA access ramp requirements that are mandatory during full resurfacing.
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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.
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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.
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Traditional control surfaces create gaps and protrusions that increase radar cross-section and require constant adjustments in fly-by-wire systems.
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Officially, these prominent bumper protrusions were inspired by jet-age design and missile imagery.
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Filling a National Battle Depot with spare parts (or even spare modules--like a few spare bows or bow domes for Virginia Class submarines) will force the PAEs to really exercise their new authorities.
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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.
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Groom roses to remove faded blooms, tall stems and declining portions.
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Place small portions of the goat cheese, about 1 teaspoon, over the tomatoes through-out the galette.
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Galactic bulges tend to be the oldest parts of galaxies, forming billions of years before the disks, at least in the Milky Way's case.
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Inspect hoses every six months for damage like cracks, bulges, or corrosion to avoid leaks or bursts.
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Under the grandstand overhangs, guys in full thobes and bucket hats played keepy-uppy.
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This is a very complicated print with all the actuators and overhangs.
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Made of quality vegan leather, the brand’s pieces feature expensive-looking designs at surprisingly affordable prices.
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Weekend hangs require pieces that are comfy and easy to pop on—and that’s where an airy eyelet top and loose jeans come in.
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