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English Word of the Day: 301 estimate - verb

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Word of the Day:

estimate - verb - pronunciation link

Definition

to form an opinion about a value, size or amount using less than complete information

Example Sentences

He estimates the project will take two weeks to complete.
How much do you estimate it will cost?

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