assume
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Many people assume hearing loss happens gradually and is simply part of getting older.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
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
Both will assume their positions July 1 and BP said a recruitment process is under way to appoint a permanent head of the downstream business.
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
Everyone else took their seats and a moment later a man who I could only assume was Professor O’Reilly sauntered into the room.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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