suspecting

Example Sentences

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This policy, she explains, “tramples the constitutional requirement that officers must have a particularized and objective basis for suspecting the particular person stopped of criminal activity.”

From Slate • Sep. 8, 2025

The breeder told Khorram’s family they could exchange Mini for another dog, but suspecting he would put the pup down, they held onto her.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2025

But suspecting something is afoot is a world away from proving in court it really is.

From BBC • May 24, 2025

Their defense means the two will have to enter into some form of close bond long enough for the police to stop suspecting Jérémie.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2025

I cringe, wondering what else I’ve said, never suspecting the help was listening or cared.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett