“Give or take”

Definition

Approximately; plus or minus.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Give or take".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Give or take" mean?
"Give or take" means approximately; plus or minus..
How do you use "Give or take" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Give or take"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Give or take"?
Примерно, плюс-минус. / Մոտավորապես, քիչ թե շատ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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