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presumptive

[pri-zuhmp-tiv] / prɪˈzʌmp tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
assumptive
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By requiring more information from users about where they work, Kalshi said it will be able to "identify presumptive insiders… and screen them out before a trade is ever placed".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

OpenAI is also seeking a public listing and is trying to regain momentum as rival Anthropic has emerged as a presumptive front-runner.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

He leads the field, with presumptive nominees Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, at 17%, and current Fed governor Christopher Waller at 15%.

From Barron's • Oct. 14, 2025

USC’s offensive line was already dealt a difficult setback earlier this month when presumptive starting guard DJ Wingfield was denied an injunction in his eligibility lawsuit against the NCAA.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2025

As her favorite nephew, Bertie was Aunt Agatha's presumptive heir.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner




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