high estimate

Frequency: 7.512.6 per million words

An estimate that is larger than the likely actual amount.

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Examples (10)

  • According to a high estimate, over 100,000 men died in the battle.
  • The initial budget was based on a high estimate to avoid any shortfalls.
  • I think $500 is a very high estimate for fixing a simple leak.
  • The report's figure of 10 million is considered a high estimate by most experts.
  • The contractor provided a high estimate, so we are seeking other quotes.
  • Even with a high estimate of future sales, we will still need to reduce spending.
  • His projection seems like a high estimate when compared to the official data.
  • All of their financial plans were based on high estimates of market growth.
  • To be safe, it's better to work with a high estimate for the project costs.
  • The company's high estimate for repair costs was later proven to be inflated.