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assuming

[uh-soo-ming] / əˈsu mɪŋ /


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Reagan’s political opponents in California and Washington consistently underestimated him, assuming the former actor could be easily beaten at the ballot box, Cannon said.

From Los Angeles Times

The mistake is assuming that young people want chaos.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the 1990s, he began working on pieces for Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, including several ensembles for her US tour after assuming the title.

From BBC

A child with $1,000 in an account who made no other contributions to it would theoretically see their money grow to about $3,500 over 18 years, assuming a 7% return.

From MarketWatch

Garcia told Kiley, then 14, to pack an overnight bag and some pajamas, assuming they would be back the next day.

From Los Angeles Times