assuming
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Even before assuming his position in January last year after years on the commission, Carr made clear that he would take an expansive view of his power.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
But it will probably take years for Bronin to acquire the credibility on Social Security that Larson possessed, even assuming that he wishes to do so.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Our friend Arthur Laffer recently ran updated calculations showing how high the cost can be, assuming an asset is held for five years and earns a 5% inflation-adjusted annual return.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
Make sure you know when each Roth was established before assuming every withdrawal will be completely tax-free.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
Then in 1790, soon after assuming the presidency, he came down with influenza, then raging in New York, and nearly died from pulmonary complications.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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