- past tense form of hypothesize.
- past participle of hypothesize.
hypothesized
Example Sentences
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The scientists hypothesized that faster-moving fires might reach homes before firefighters can, and large blazes can threaten more homes than firefighters can defend at once.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
He also hypothesized that Tesla could cut vehicle or FSD prices to make its EVs more affordable and attractive to consumers.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026
He hypothesized that the drug might reduce blood clotting and thus prevent heart attacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
The genes were biologically "toxic" to humans, researchers hypothesized, and eventually purged out -- in essence, the children who inherited those traits might not have lived to pass them on.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
Instead, they hypothesized that she was using her joints and muscles.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
