assuming

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At the time, Todd Blanche still headed the office, before assuming the role of acting attorney general in April.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Even if we can’t be sure something is conscious, we might err on the side of caution by assuming it is – what philosopher Jonathan Birch calls the precautionary principle for sentience.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

“Some individuals may be able to keep the mortgage going without formally assuming it,” he adds.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

During boom times, on the other hand, investors tend to overpay for volatile stocks by assuming continued gaudy returns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Sue replied by closing her eyes and then assuming a patronizing lecturing voice.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell