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assume

[uh-soom] / əˈsum /






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If the sitting governor dies, resigns or is removed from office, the lieutenant governor would assume the role.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Now, she said, when she doesn’t feel well, she doesn’t automatically assume the problem is her heart.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

I’ll be paying for my flights from New York City, and I assume I’ll also need to get them wedding gifts.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

But regardless of whether such change is possible, both scenarios assume that the past and future are there and ready to be travelled to.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

James Madison rose to assume his customary role as the vigilant voice of cool reason.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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