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as in accepting
to take to or upon oneself
we promised to assume responsibility for any damage to the flower beds caused by the volleyball game in the backyard
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as in saying
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
everyone assumed, wrongly, that someone else was bringing dessert
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as in guessing
to form an opinion from little or no evidence
as I just assumed it was too late to go out, I didn't think to ask
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as in pretending
to present a false appearance of
she assumed an air of nonchalance even though she was wildly ecstatic she was going on the date
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as in employing
to provide with a paying job
assumed as partner by the prestigious law firm
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Recent Examples of assuming
Justin Papp, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
The instinct was to start with the largest model possible, assuming that adaptation would naturally improve performance.
—Abhas Ricky, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
And assuming Edmonton does make it, their path out of the division wouldn’t be that foreboding.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Does the band see any portion of the song being used there, assuming it’s embedded into whatever video and not just in the background?
—Marah Eakin, Vulture, 9 Feb. 2026
That’s assuming state bureaucrats can even figure out the billionaires’ worth.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
The cost is set to go even higher this year to $1,300 per household, assuming the existing tariffs stay in place, the research said.
—Elizabeth Schulze, ABC News, 9 Feb. 2026
Lee admits she was greatly influenced by her dad, acting as his assistant for three years before assuming the head coaching position, and her college coach, Brian McManus.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
The amounts include pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care, assuming no complications.
—Angela Palermo
february 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
Verb
Johnson cannot afford to lose more than one Republican, assuming all members are present and Democrats are united against the measure being voted on that would set the rules for debating a bill to boost domestic production of critical minerals.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
The instinct was to start with the largest model possible, assuming that adaptation would naturally improve performance.
—Abhas Ricky, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
And assuming Edmonton does make it, their path out of the division wouldn’t be that foreboding.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Does the band see any portion of the song being used there, assuming it’s embedded into whatever video and not just in the background?
—Marah Eakin, Vulture, 9 Feb. 2026
That’s assuming state bureaucrats can even figure out the billionaires’ worth.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
The cost is set to go even higher this year to $1,300 per household, assuming the existing tariffs stay in place, the research said.
—Elizabeth Schulze, ABC News, 9 Feb. 2026
Lee admits she was greatly influenced by her dad, acting as his assistant for three years before assuming the head coaching position, and her college coach, Brian McManus.
—Steve Brand, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
The amounts include pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care, assuming no complications.
—Angela Palermo
february 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assuming
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Flick was wary of the youngster experiencing a setback, given recent cases involving other young players and preferred to bring him back gradually.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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While the singer recently said viewers do not need to learn Spanish to enjoy the show and only need to dance, some viewers are still wary of tuning in.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Some proponents argue that if those interest rates were capped, banks could simply absorb those losses by accepting lower profits or slashing their marketing budgets.—
Rogé Karma,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
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Laos only started accepting deportees from the United States in 2025.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In an appearance on Fox News, the Trump-supporting singer bashed the choice of Bunny, saying the performance was an insult to the MAGA movement.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Piagentini dismissed those factors as beside the point, saying judges should trust juries’ sentencing decisions and that Davis’ ruling disrespected the jury process.—
Monroe Trombly,
Louisville Courier Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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Part of the fun of The Masked Singer is its interactive element, with the audience provided just enough hints (but not too many) to keep us guessing.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Feb. 2026
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Without the national testing standard that the governors’ petition calls for, we are left guessing at the health impacts on our children and ourselves.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Chris Kreider, winger, B+ Jacob Trouba, defenseman, B+ Both players were jettisoned by the New York Rangers, who sunk in the standings and have continued selling off after pretending as though their leadership group was the issue.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
7 Feb. 2026
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The new study provides the first evidence of an animal pretending in a situation researchers could control.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Now, Yakitori is thriving, employing more people than ever and expanding its hours.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Feb. 2026
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One practice that Swabb has been employing is adding unexpected artwork to rooms throughout her own home that need a bit of extra zing.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The film received strong critical acclaim upon its release, holding a 95% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
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Some 25 million people viewed the spot, by the way, but only 15 commented on it, and most were critical.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Bublak says that the decision leaves cities shouldering more responsibility with fewer tools.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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America’s allies in Europe – wary of further Russian aggression, shouldering the burden of backing Ukraine and facing an increasingly hostile world order – have come to the same realization.—
Clare Sebastian,
CNN Money,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Assuming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assuming. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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