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as in assessments
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the teacher's estimation of her student's scientific aptitude proved to be well-founded when he won a national science award
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as in estimates
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
I may have been a little too hasty in my estimation of his musical abilities
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as in regards
a feeling of great approval and liking
a show business superstar who enjoys the estimation of fans and fellow performers alike
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Recent Examples of estimations
The estimations are based on population growth trends that the bureau reported for the period between July 1, 2022, and July 1, 2024.
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Jared Gans, The Hill, 12 Jan. 2025
Most estimations have Isak between the €60 million ($62 million) and €90 million ($93 million) bracket, while Newcastle—likely as a deterrent to buyers—sees the Swede’s price converting to approximately €170 million ($185 million), The Telegraph understands.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Injury report The Packers didn’t hold a formal practice on Wednesday, so their injury report ahead of Sunday’s visit to the Vikings included only estimations.
—Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
The Dolphins, in estimations of practice participation while not going through drills, reported that linebacker Anthony Walker and safety Jordan Poyer would have missed a Wednesday practice.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Dec. 2024
These scenarios introduce risks into processes like fair value estimations, impairment assessments and disclosures, particularly when these judgments depend on visual or audio-based evidence.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Overlooking The Importance Of An Excellent Manager Effective management of tasks and workflows—accurate estimations, daily accountability and a positive work culture—makes all the difference, and the key piece is an excellent manager.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
For starters, the methods used to make the estimations have changed a lot over the years as has the data the researchers are using in their analysis.
—Gabrielle Emanuel, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
The scheme is one of statistics and broad estimations.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Jared Gans, The Hill, 12 Jan. 2025
Most estimations have Isak between the €60 million ($62 million) and €90 million ($93 million) bracket, while Newcastle—likely as a deterrent to buyers—sees the Swede’s price converting to approximately €170 million ($185 million), The Telegraph understands.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Injury report The Packers didn’t hold a formal practice on Wednesday, so their injury report ahead of Sunday’s visit to the Vikings included only estimations.
—Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
The Dolphins, in estimations of practice participation while not going through drills, reported that linebacker Anthony Walker and safety Jordan Poyer would have missed a Wednesday practice.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Dec. 2024
These scenarios introduce risks into processes like fair value estimations, impairment assessments and disclosures, particularly when these judgments depend on visual or audio-based evidence.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Overlooking The Importance Of An Excellent Manager Effective management of tasks and workflows—accurate estimations, daily accountability and a positive work culture—makes all the difference, and the key piece is an excellent manager.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
For starters, the methods used to make the estimations have changed a lot over the years as has the data the researchers are using in their analysis.
—Gabrielle Emanuel, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
The scheme is one of statistics and broad estimations.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimations
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Increase in assessments for services From 2017 to 2023, the county saw a 49% increase in the number of reassessments and a 29% increase in initial assessments needed by residents for such services, with the department completing more than 17,300 initial assessments and reassessments in 2023.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2025
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In such cases providers may decide to continue services while assessments and waivers are set up or the county may be asked to cover the cost during a gap in service.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2025
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Pre-draft evaluations of Forsythe were all over the place.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Medical evaluations later revealed a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a torn meniscus and small fractures in the knee.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Approval ratings can correlate with people's perceptions of the economy so poor economic news can cause Presidents to become unpopular quickly.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Gartner’s studies reveal that negative employee perceptions of pay equity, often stemming from authoritative leadership, can result in a 15% decrease in intent to stay, a 13% increase in job searching activity, and a 13% decrease in employee engagement.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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What have your impressions been of Jac Caglianone?—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
27 Feb. 2025
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The dogs, which thrust inquisitive muzzles into the impressions, apparently could derive no lingering whiff of lion odor from the tracks.—
Frank C. Hibben,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Estimations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimations. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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