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estimates in the ballpark

[/ˈɛstɪmeɪts ɪn ðə ˈbɔːlpɑːrk/]
noun phrase/verb phrase
estimativas aproximadas; orçamentos dentro da faixa esperada
1. Estimates or figures that are reasonably close to the actual or expected value; approximate calculations that fall within an acceptable range
The contractor's estimates are in the ballpark for this renovation project.
Os orçamentos do contratista estão dentro da faixa esperada para este projeto de reforma.
2. Rough calculations or approximations that are close enough for practical purposes
Your cost estimates are in the ballpark, though we may need to adjust them later.
Suas estimativas de custo são aproximadas, embora possamos precisar ajustá-las mais tarde.
NYC Slang
in the ballpark; in the right ballpark
Synonyms
approximate estimatesrough figuresclose to the markin the right areawithin range
Antonyms
way offcompletely inaccuratefar from the markwildly inaccurate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estimativas na faixa certa; orçamentos aproximados
Commonly used in business and construction contexts
São Paulo
estimativas na faixa; dentro do esperado
Business Portuguese; frequently used in corporate settings
Portugal
estimativas na gama correcta; orçamentos próximos do esperado
Less commonly used; more formal alternatives preferred

Related Idioms & Phrases

ballpark figure
ballpark estimate
in the ballpark
ballpark range
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