underestimate
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"You see so many fighters say they are going to come back but people underestimate the strength and commitment it takes to come back," said Carano.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Investors often underestimate that transition — because the first stage feels tradable.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Such facilities can leak toxic gases from pipelines, valves and tanks, and they often vastly underestimate local emissions.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
Don’t underestimate the risk this poses to his entire presidency.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
“I think you underestimate how predictable some things can be in a relationship.”
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
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