estimation
noun
es·ti·ma·tion
ˌe-stə-ˈmā-shən 
Examples of estimation in a Sentence
This is not, in my estimation, an efficient use of our resources.
She went down in her supporters' estimation after she voted against the plan.
Planning the project requires careful cost estimation.
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Time estimation is largely based on past experience.
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Mark Settle, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
The current call for proposals will only cover the earliest phases of development, such as a requirements evaluation, cost estimation review, and a feasibility meeting.
—Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 7 Feb. 2025
Neil stands accused of activity that shocks our conscience, that ruins our previous estimation of his depth and art, because depth and art don’t excuse wrecking the lives of others.
—Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2025
But in some observers’ estimation, this is the most talented squad that the U.S. has ever iced.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 14 Feb. 2025
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Mark Settle, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
The current call for proposals will only cover the earliest phases of development, such as a requirements evaluation, cost estimation review, and a feasibility meeting.
—Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 7 Feb. 2025
Neil stands accused of activity that shocks our conscience, that ruins our previous estimation of his depth and art, because depth and art don’t excuse wrecking the lives of others.
—Mikal Gilmore, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2025
But in some observers’ estimation, this is the most talented squad that the U.S. has ever iced.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for estimation
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“Estimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/estimation. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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estimation
noun
es·ti·ma·tion
ˌes-tə-ˈmā-shən
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