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estimation

[es-tuh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɛs təˈmeɪ ʃən /


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In the union’s estimation, the current free-market system has proven to be an effective driver of competitive balance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Instead, Fujinaga introduces what he calls "harvest-ease estimation."

From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026

But the law leaves "significant gaps", Snapchat said, arguing that age estimation technology was only accurate to within two to three years.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

Wrestling the score into shape took 10 weeks of daily work, by Safdie’s estimation, an unusually long commitment for a director with other post-production duties and a young family.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

He wears an apricot bow tie which, by my estimation, makes him very approachable.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin