underestimate
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It simply means that we underestimate the likelihood that reaching out will turn out well and that our cost-benefit calculation might be miscalibrated.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
“Many families underestimate how emotionally and financially demanding caregiving can become because they often view caring for parents primarily as an act of love,” Nguyen said.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
And I sure don’t underestimate L.A.’s middle-class malaise, long a reactionary force in city politics with a winning track record that spans decades.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
"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
“Don’t underestimate me, child. I will not tolerate insubordination. Do I make myself clear?”
From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper
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