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underestimate

[uhn-der-es-tuh-meyt, uhn-der-es-tuh-mit, -meyt] / ˌʌn dərˈɛs təˌmeɪt, ˌʌn dərˈɛs tə mɪt, -ˌmeɪt /


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The numbers are likely to be an underestimate, given not all activity may be shared on public channels.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Such facilities can leak toxic gases from pipelines, valves and tanks, and they often vastly underestimate local emissions.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

“The market is still framing the cycle through the lens of prior downturns, which appears to underestimate the demand environment,” he added.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Don’t underestimate the risk this poses to his entire presidency.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

“You underestimate Francis,” I said to Charles, in a calm, quiet voice.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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