- present tense form of assume (3rd person singular).
assumes
Example Sentences
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi said the end of the coalition's mission marked "Iraq's transition to a phase in which it assumes full responsibility for its security and stability".
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
The analyst assumes coverage with an equal-weight rating and a $9.50 price target.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026
Lance Oppenheim’s new film “Primetime,” in which Robert Pattinson assumes Hansen’s enigmatic role, reveals the answer — sort of.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2026
At REDCAT, the superb Rosemarie DeWitt assumes Marvel’s place, standing in for Ford but never attempting anything as crass as an impersonation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
Everyone assumes Twig is a funny nickname because she’s long and skinny and her ash-blond hair sticks out everywhere, but it’s actually short for Twiggy.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
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