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tentative figures
[/ˈtɛntətɪv ˈfɪɡjərz/]
noun
números provisórios
1.
Preliminary or estimated numerical data that is subject to change or verification
The tentative figures suggest a 5% increase in sales this quarter.
Os números provisórios sugerem um aumento de 5% nas vendas neste trimestre.
2.
Data presented as estimates or approximations pending final confirmation
Based on tentative figures, the project budget appears to be within acceptable limits.
Com base nos números provisórios, o orçamento do projeto parece estar dentro dos limites aceitáveis.
Synonyms
preliminary figures
estimated figures
approximate numbers
interim figures
working numbers
Antonyms
final figures
confirmed numbers
definitive figures
verified data
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
números provisórios
Most common usage in business and financial contexts
General Brazilian
dados preliminares
Alternative term emphasizing preliminary nature
Portugal
números provisórios
Standard usage in Portuguese business language
Portugal
algarismos estimados
More formal alternative in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
subject to change
pending confirmation
rough estimate
work in progress
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