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Number cruncher
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数字计算员, 数据分析师
someone who is very good with numbers and calculations, particularly one who is suited for accounting
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IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "number cruncher" and when to use it?
The origin of the term "number cruncher" is rooted in the literal meaning of the words. "Number" refers to numerical figures or quantities, and "cruncher" suggests the act of processing or manipulating those numbers. The term likely emerged in the mid-20th century with the rise of computing and data analysis. Over time, the term gained figurative usage to describe anyone who deals extensively with numerical analysis or calculations, regardless of whether they use manual or computational methods.
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As a financial analyst, Sarah spends most of her day as a number cruncher, analyzing financial data and making projections for the company's performance.
作为一名财务分析师，莎拉大部分时间都在作为数字计算员，分析财务数据并对公司的业绩做出预测。
During tax season, the accountants work long hours as number crunchers, preparing and analyzing financial statements to ensure accurate tax filings.
在报税季节，会计师作为数字计算员和数据分析师，长时间工作，准备和分析财务报表，以确保税务申报的准确性。
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数字计算机, 运算器
a computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second
