in the region of

prepositional phrase

Meaning

Approximately or around a particular amount or number.

Examples

The project is expected to cost in the region of one million dollars.
We estimate that in the region of 500 people attended the event.

Synonyms: around, approximately, roughly, about

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in the region of

prepositional phrase

Pronunciation: ɪn ðə ˈriːdʒən əv

Definition

Approximately or around a particular amount or number.

Examples

The project is expected to cost in the region of one million dollars.
We estimate that in the region of 500 people attended the event.
The town has a population in the region of ten thousand.

How to Use in the region of

in the region of X (prepositional phrase): Used to state an approximate quantity or number. — "The cost will be in the region of £1000."

Synonyms of in the region of

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