assumed

Example Sentences

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It had sailed some considerable distance by the time the fire was reported and it is assumed the crew deactivated its automatic identification system.

From BBC

I assumed that the A meant Antler, and a thrill ran through me.

From Literature

CEO Mike Fiddelke, who assumed the role last month, said management was “firmly focused on writing Target’s next chapter of growth.”

From Barron's

“At first, I had no idea who you were. I mean, I assumed you were somewhere nearby, but I didn’t think we went to the same school.”

From Literature

I’d always assumed it was yet another perk of being the commander’s kid and that she was just plain lazy and slacking off in classes.

From Literature