estimates — approximate calculations or judgments of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: approximate calculations or judgments of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈestɪmeɪts/
Example Sentences
- My estimate for how many pizzas we need? About 50... or maybe 100 if Jake comes.
- The company's estimates were so wrong, they might as well have used a magic 8-ball.
- Construction estimates are like weather forecasts - wildly optimistic and usually wrong.
estimates
NOUN[/ˈestɪmeɪts/]
approximate calculations or judgments of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something
The engineer's estimates helped the homeowners plan the repairs.
The architect's estimates were reviewed before construction began. (📊 Estimate + 📋 Results → Estimates = calculated guesses.)
The estimates were followed by careful calculations and final evaluations.
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“My estimate for how many pizzas we need? About 50... or maybe 100 if Jake comes.”
“The company's estimates were so wrong, they might as well have used a magic 8-ball.”
“Construction estimates are like weather forecasts - wildly optimistic and usually wrong.”
“The sales estimates for next quarter look promising.”
“Can you estimate how long this meeting will take?”
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