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estimate

[es-tuh-meyt, es-tuh-mit, -meyt] / ˈɛs təˌmeɪt, ˈɛs tə mɪt, -ˌmeɪt /




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One crucial indicator for the market that Hartnett is following closely is the Merrill Option Volatility Estimate Index, or MOVE, a measure of volatility in the bond market.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

Estimate of 2025’s tariff-related costs for the Big Three auto makers, Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis.

From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025

Moore guided home Estimate in the 2013 Gold Cup to spark joyous scenes.

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2024

Estimate your capacity, activity-wise, then do much less, Okifuji said: “It might be a five-minute walk. Or walking to the mailbox. It could be very minor. But you need to be consistent.”

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2023

Estimate how many pieces of candy corn are in this jar and win it all.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina




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