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Ballpark figure

A rough estimate of a number or value.

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This phrase comes from baseball, where a ball hit within the “ballpark” is within an acceptable range. It began being used in financial and business contexts in the mid-20th century.

I don’t need an exact price right now—just give me a ballpark figure.

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23 March 2025 at 07:50:15

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