overestimating

verb

Definition of overestimatingnext
present participle of overestimate
as in valuing
to place too high a value on the contractors overestimated their ability to do the work on such short notice

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  1. appreciating
  2. admiring
  3. respecting
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  • While not apt for swimming, this more dramatic side of the island is worth appreciating, especially from scenic viewpoints in Gorda Peak National Park and the hiking trails that crisscross the island's most easterly points.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Building self-trust starts with recognizing and appreciating our strengths.
    Tess Brigham, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of appreciating
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  • Mangione's supporters have flocked to social media, posting videos admiring the 26-year-old Ivy League graduate for the crime he has been accused of and even his looks.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Its styling drew admiring comments.
    Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of admiring
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  • Over the last 18 years of being plant-based, my reasoning for not eating any sentient being has been influenced by the Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain philosophy of ahimsa, a belief system that teaches leading a nonviolent life and respecting all living beings.
    Lola Méndez, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This fosters inclusivity by respecting individual traditions, ensuring meaningful celebrations, and educating the team on these holidays, creating a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and included.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of respecting
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