assuming

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At the time, Todd Blanche still headed the office, before assuming the role of acting attorney general in April.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Even if we can’t be sure something is conscious, we might err on the side of caution by assuming it is – what philosopher Jonathan Birch calls the precautionary principle for sentience.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Korea has emerged as what senior U.S. officials have described as a “model ally”—contributing to America’s industrial revitalization through investment, strengthening shared technological competitiveness, and assuming greater responsibility for our shared defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Some individuals may be able to keep the mortgage going without formally assuming it,” he adds.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

On the question of assuming the state debts, Madison's opposition struck Hamilton as even more illogical and blatantly sinister.

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