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interpolate

[in-tur-puh-leyt] / ɪnˈtɜr pəˌleɪt /


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To get around that issue, the BEA said that it will average September and November numbers to interpolate the October missing data.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 7, 2026

I have no idea, but when somebody wants to interpolate or whatever it’s called, I never object because I always learn something about the song that I hadn’t known or anticipated.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 11, 2024

A NeRF encodes the geometry of a scene into the weights of a neural network, which gives the model a strong ability to interpolate, or estimate, novel views of a scene.

From Science Daily Jun. 18, 2024

“Her outstanding skill is an ability to interpolate amusing, semi-improvised commentary within songs, in a variety of musical styles, that turns them into personal testimony,” he wrote in 1987.

From New York Times Jan. 28, 2024

By-and-by her father didn't need to interrupt the main thread of his discourse more than to pause with pointed walking-stick for a second, while his little companion would interpolate briskly: "Ulmus Americana," or "Tilia."

From The Open Question a tale of two temperaments by Robins, Elizabeth

He frequently interpolates lyrics from other rappers, quoting artists like J Hus and Skepta.

From BBC Jan. 8, 2026

“Killah” interpolates a lick from Bowie’s “Fame”; “Perfect Celebrity” nods to NIN’s industrial funk; “Zombieboy” evokes the fizzy Champagne high that Chic figured out how to bottle.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 10, 2025

He says that when he dropped the fiery “Dientes” in September, the ‘00s club-inspired Latino urbano track which interpolates Usher’s “Yeah!,” his fans were expecting reggaeton - his “original sound,” as he puts it.

From Washington Times Dec. 7, 2023

Travitz appreciates that the band covers songs and interpolates snippets of others into its tunes.

From Seattle Times Aug. 6, 2023

"I always remember the time," interpolates one of the group, "when he scored me off for roller-skating on Sunday."

From The Lighter Side of School Life by Hay, Ian

Note: Tracks for ships that lose signals are interpolated and may appear over land.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 4, 2026

Last year the Yeah Yeah Yeahs interpolated a bit of “Beggin’” for a cut from their latest album.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 25, 2023

It was “Rapper’s Delight,” which interpolated Chic’s hit “Good Times.”

From Seattle Times Aug. 7, 2023

You can call this thing a memoir — she spoke it, in 1986, to Kurt Loder, who interpolated it as literature.

From New York Times May 25, 2023

"I am trying to find your husband; I have his permission," I interpolated as I saw her pleasant, open countenance close upon me.

From A Woman of Genius by Austin, Mary Hunter

Set to a throbbing synth bassline, the song teases fans by interpolating a line from her 1980s classic Into The Groove: "Out here on the dance floor, I feel so free."

From BBC Apr. 15, 2026

“Old Dog” is a tribute to Mr. Cole’s home state, featuring rapper Petey Pablo interpolating his 2001 North Carolina anthem “Raise Up.”

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 10, 2026

Online, he has a reputation for interpolating corporate PR with nerdy puns and — in his words — “dank” memes.

From Los Angeles Times May 24, 2023

It was the perfect recipe for virality: one part cute kid plus one part delicious food, with a healthy sprinkling of catchy sound bites, perfect for interpolating.

From Seattle Times Sep. 25, 2022

There were two grand pianos in the room; she was sitting at one, and he at the other, accompanying and interpolating as he felt disposed.

From Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 14 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Musicians by Hubbard, Elbert




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