approximation

Example Sentences

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In every story about Trump this paragraph or a close approximation should be included:

From Salon

Using this new automated technique, a scientist could simply input their model and then the optimization method does all the calculations under the hood to provide an approximation of some unknown parameter.

From Science Daily

"Beyond a few dozens of particles, modelling with our usual computer or a supercomputer has to rely on approximations."

From Science Daily

Once there I’d walk approximations of streets that could be part of a small town or double for Brooklyn, all decked out in evergreen garland, sparkling lights, giant candy canes and other holiday ornaments.

From Salon

To create the approximation, Nilsson started with CT scans of her skull and body provided by the archaeologists.

From Scientific American