Example Sentences

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The show was credited with giving a boost to Puerto Rico's tourism, drawing an estimated $200 million into the economy, according to reports..

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

In 2022, Forbes estimated that Catholic Charities received $1.4 billion in government support, compared with $1 billion in private donations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

That would also value the automation business at close to 30 times estimated 2026 earnings, placing it in the middle of Honeywell’s peer group, which includes companies such as Rockwell Automation, Trane Technologies, and Siemens.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Micron shares trade at a forward multiple of 9.4 times estimated earnings, ranking in the cheapest decile of the S&P 500, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Cluny mentally estimated the walls to be of immense thickness as he and Redtooth, ducking their heads, emerged from the tunnel-like arch into the Abbey grounds, where Constance and Matthias were waiting in the sunlight.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques