official figure
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a number released by an authority or official source
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Examples (10)
- The government released the official figure for unemployment today.
- According to the official figure, inflation has risen by 3.2%.
- We need to wait for the official figure before making any announcements.
- The official figure shows a significant increase in exports.
- Census data will provide the official figure for population growth.
- The official figure contradicts earlier estimates.
- Trade statistics revealed the official figure for last quarter.
- The ministry published the official figure for housing starts.
- Investors are waiting for the official figure on GDP growth.
- The official figure indicates a decline in crime rates.