assume
Example Sentences
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Some suggest the way the agency presents itself is evidence of this shift: In 2013, the department assumed its current name.
From Los Angeles Times
“Why would he leave? I would assume he would rather die there,” she said.
For now, she says, it's reasonable to enjoy the ritual for how it makes you feel, without assuming it's a guaranteed shortcut to better health.
From BBC
“They are absolute, worldwide legends. I mean, they were on tour when we reached out to ask them for a song. I assumed they wouldn’t have time,” Mazariegos said.
From Los Angeles Times
"It was a very official looking letter. I assumed I was in trouble," he said.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
