underestimate
Example Sentences
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“Home buyers shouldn’t underestimate the kind of firepower they can gain by ‘adjusting’ their mortgages,” he wrote in a Friday note.
From Barron's
In addition, the dietary survey data relied on self-reported intake, which can underestimate sodium consumption, particularly from restaurant and takeaway foods.
From Science Daily
"I just think sight loss is underestimated," said Danni, as the family make considerations for Andy's condition every second of every day.
From BBC
“Exactly. Thank you for understanding. I was so intent on decoding Willa’s mission that I underestimated Fleetwood’s ability to move quickly, and now he’s here, and—” My voice cracks with emotion.
From Literature
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Mr. Newman cites a series of studies showing that people dramatically underestimate how productive continued searching will be.
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