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presumptive

[pri-zuhmp-tiv] / prɪˈzʌmp tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
assumptive
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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

British Columbia health officer Bonnie Henry said the person's test came back as a presumptive positive on Friday, meaning that it still remains to be confirmed by a national microbiology lab.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Powell, whose term as a governor runs through early 2028, said he would keep a low profile and has no interest in acting as a shadow chair under his presumptive successor, Kevin Warsh.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

It is a little strange to see the presumptive mayor of New York City break bread with comedians like Mullen and Halkias in the reedy territory in which they operate.

From Slate • Jun. 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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