estimation
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Instead, in Maugham’s estimation, he was “this laborious, honest, matter-of-fact man” who painted—when at his best—“as though the grace of God had descended upon him.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
Chen's work included a study in December 2020 that looked at seismic data recorded across Asia, including China, to improve methods for nuclear-test monitoring and yield estimation.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Apple, Alphabet, and Microsoft have each recently hosted their big software developer events, and all of them punted on adding age estimation to their platforms.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
The tree is bad and dangerous, by Brian’s estimation, and yet he objects to Adam paying to have it removed.
From MarketWatch ● May 28, 2026
Crab lifted his rifle in both hands, like he was about to demonstrate how to shoot an arrow from a bow, which would’ve been just as cool, in Genie’s estimation.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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Forbes’ estimations were calculated based on interviews with agents, lawyers, managers, executives, and other experts and did not take into consideration any shows that were broadcast live, only distributed on YouTube, or later syndicated.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
That goal was revised down from an initial target of more than 45 trillion won, but recent volatility in the company's shares make firm estimations difficult.
From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026
“We’re going to be able to make more sophisticated risk estimations about cardiac health, neurodegenerative health or other inflammatory conditions. If inflammation is involved, you can trace the origin of that inflammation to the gut.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
The registrar only made countywide estimations, which includes a much larger pool than L.A. city voters who will decide the mayor’s race.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
By 1927 there were, in some estimations, at least a hundred thousand.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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