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estimate

[es-tuh-meyt, es-tuh-mit, -meyt] / ˈɛs təˌmeɪt, ˈɛs tə mɪt, -ˌmeɪt /




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“I saw they put up new signs this year that estimate wait times along the highway into the park, so it sounds like they’re prepared for an interesting summer,” Wakefield said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

By the company’s own estimate, building the refinery will take years and cost $3 billion to $4 billion.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

His more recent estimate of 58 deaths marks a significant uptick on that figure.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

SpaceX's own estimate of the total value of all the markets it operates in -- rockets, satellites, internet, AI, and more.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“I estimate two hundred and twelve,” Alexander announced, after a brief mental calculation.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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