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presumably he's going on the trip for business reasons, but we have our doubts
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Flocks of birds flew overhead, presumably heading to their nightly shelters before the swamp’s nocturnal animals became active.
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Sheeka Sanahori, Outside, 11 Nov. 2025
In the aftermath of the event, individuals and governments alike presumably have less to spend on resources that support health.
—Clayton Dalton, New Yorker, 11 Nov. 2025
Another is, presumably, just as naked as the other two under her towel, but has still accessorized it with matching hair clips and sandals.
—Literary Hub, 10 Nov. 2025
The Commanders own the new stadium’s naming rights, presumably to sell to a corporate sponsor.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
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Sheeka Sanahori, Outside, 11 Nov. 2025
In the aftermath of the event, individuals and governments alike presumably have less to spend on resources that support health.
—Clayton Dalton, New Yorker, 11 Nov. 2025
Another is, presumably, just as naked as the other two under her towel, but has still accessorized it with matching hair clips and sandals.
—Literary Hub, 10 Nov. 2025
The Commanders own the new stadium’s naming rights, presumably to sell to a corporate sponsor.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
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“Presumably.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/presumably. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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presumably
adverb
pre·sum·ably
pri-ˈzü-mə-blē 
: one would presume : it seems likely : probably
presumably he'll come later
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