assuming

Example Sentences

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“Any motion to quash this subpoena — assuming there was one — would have to be brought in the Northern District of Texas.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Feeling angrily outcast from her community, Mary tried to rise from her station by assuming a variety of disguises.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

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

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Its unlikely he “would want to do anything that threatens financial stability, particularly so soon after assuming office,” wrote Dario Perkins, global macroeconomist at TS Lombard.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Especially considering people come to me with their questions, assuming that if Rae’s tight with Jupe, I’m the third Musketeer.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone