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Wordabulary

extrapolate

Pronunciation
Verb B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

To estimate or predict something by extending known information or trends.

"From just three months of sales data, it's risky to extrapolate a full year's trend."

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Which word fits the gap? "From just three months of sales data, it's risky to _____ a full year's trend."

Answer: extrapolate

In your own words, what does "extrapolate" mean?

To estimate or predict something by extending known information or trends.

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