underestimate
Example Sentences
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“People underestimate the risk of being invested in something too conservative,” says Monica Dwyer, a financial planner with Harvest Advisors in West Chester, Ohio.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
"I don't think you can underestimate what we have done in this competition up to this point," midfielder Declan Rice told Amazon Prime.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
As James iced his knees in the locker room after the game, he said the Lakers can’t afford to underestimate the Rockets.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
“We underestimate the basics. Just being safe is a significant value. Invest in the safety and security. Your ability to de-escalate in your region and beyond is very critical,” said Al-Jadaan.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
“It’s best not to underestimate the power of the Storyteller’s voice.”
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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