assume

Example Sentences

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We still have a right to trial by jury, a right to counsel, due process—all of these basic protections in the playbook that we assume everyone is working from.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Lewis can assume leadership of the party despite not holding a seat in the House of Commons, though he will be expected to run in the next federal election or in a by-election.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

These forecasts factor in higher average selling prices and margins across key products and assume supply disruptions will persist through the year-end.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

It’s fair to assume most U.S. travelers have passed a CLEAR+ security line at least once in their lives, or even sailed through one themselves.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

He led me quickly across the main atrium and down a hallway and into a tiny room I could only assume was his office.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin