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 1996 ad painted a dramatic picture to sell retirement planning, and while some of its projections came surprisingly close, the reality is more nuanced.
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
But federal budget projections also show the program shrinking as the new work rules kick in, suggesting feeding fewer people is a feature of HR1.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
However, current projections suggest that level could be approached, or even challenged again, by late summer if dry conditions persist.
—Daniel Manzo, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The central bank’s latest projections show interest rates remain unchanged for longer than previously expected, postponing cuts that had been pencilled in earlier this year.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
And, most recently, City Attorney Heather Ferbert falsely claimed the city could not legally use private trash haulers to reduce resident fees despite longstanding projections of substantial savings, the fact that surrounding cities have done so and that City Charter section 117c allows it.
—Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Running projections based on lower spending levels — and the correspondingly lower withdrawal rates — can reveal how much additional runway a leaner budget creates.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
According to projections from the 2025 Trustees Report, the Medicare Hospital Insurance (Part A) trust fund is expected to become insolvent by 2033.
—Eugene Litvak, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
For more information on the group’s pre-launch revenue projections and equity structure, Sportico wrote about the initial plans in April 2023.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
But federal budget projections also show the program shrinking as the new work rules kick in, suggesting feeding fewer people is a feature of HR1.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
However, current projections suggest that level could be approached, or even challenged again, by late summer if dry conditions persist.
—Daniel Manzo, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The central bank’s latest projections show interest rates remain unchanged for longer than previously expected, postponing cuts that had been pencilled in earlier this year.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 27 Mar. 2026
And, most recently, City Attorney Heather Ferbert falsely claimed the city could not legally use private trash haulers to reduce resident fees despite longstanding projections of substantial savings, the fact that surrounding cities have done so and that City Charter section 117c allows it.
—Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Running projections based on lower spending levels — and the correspondingly lower withdrawal rates — can reveal how much additional runway a leaner budget creates.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
According to projections from the 2025 Trustees Report, the Medicare Hospital Insurance (Part A) trust fund is expected to become insolvent by 2033.
—Eugene Litvak, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
For more information on the group’s pre-launch revenue projections and equity structure, Sportico wrote about the initial plans in April 2023.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projections
Noun
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The bill would eliminate some offerings, including virtual driver’s education, a literacy program for students in grades K-5 and custom sections.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
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However, most of my friends in France use the readily available prepackaged pàte brisée from the refrigerator sections of supermarkets.—
Georgeanne Brennan,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 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
Noun
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The 10a’s completely flat back is a rarity among smartphones, most of which have substantial protrusions that house their camera optics, causing those devices to wobble when placed on a table.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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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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The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Mar. 2026
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Torbiak is a fan of Isbreen the Glacier, a luxury igloo retreat with five geodesic domes located above the Arctic Circle in Norway.—
Ramona Saviss,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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Authorities say large portions of concrete are impacting both sides of the freeway.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The outage spanned sections of North County, including Escondido, Encinitas and Carlsbad, as well as portions of SDG&E’s service territory in Orange County.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some online commenters in areas where it has been deployed also say the system struggles to properly level surfaces after holes are filled, which can lead to speed bump–like bulges.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
26 Feb. 2026
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Artificially enlarging their crotch area, either by injecting their genitals with engorging chemicals or stuffing their underwear to create bigger bulges, allows the athletes to alter their suit measurements.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Cliff swallows make nests out of mud pellets that cling to overhangs.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Putting it all together, Broadcom tackled the overhangs surrounding its stock head on, and the market is responding nicely in extending trading, with shares up about 5%.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Neutral tones, rattan and brown leather furnishings, and antique-style wooden pieces characterise each indoor space so elegantly that interiors barely resemble a tent at all.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Jeep driver slammed on the breaks and reversed, crashing into the front of Acosta’s patrol car and sped off, leaving the gate pieces on the road.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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