How to Pronounce "extrapolate"
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Definition
To estimate or conclude something by extending or projecting known information to an unknown situation, usually based on existing trends or patterns.
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Scientists extrapolate future climate patterns from current data.
It is risky to extrapolate too much from only a few examples.
He tends to extrapolate a lot from just a few data points, which can lead to mistakes.
If you extrapolate from last year’s sales, we should see strong growth again.