give or take
The phrase "give or take" is often used in informal contexts to indicate that an amount, number, or time is approximate and may vary slightly.
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Definition
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(informal)Used to suggest an approximate value that might be slightly more or less than stated.
Example
- The journey will take about an hour, give or take a few minutes.
- The project will cost $10,000, give or take.
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