Finger in the air

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Casual Use

This phrase is informal and best used in casual or business colloquial settings.

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We'll start with a finger in the air approach and refine the details later.

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Initial Stage

Often used when precise information is unavailable or the situation is at an early stage.

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Our timeline is just a finger in the air at this point.

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Implies Flexibility

Suggests that the estimate could change when more information is available.

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We have a finger in the air cost projection but we'll adjust as we go.

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