supposing

American

[suh-poh-zing] / səˈpoʊ zɪŋ /

conjunction

upon the supposition or premise that; in the event that.

Other Word Forms

nonsupposing

adjective

Etymology

Origin of supposing

First recorded in 1835–45; see origin at suppose, -ing ²

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supposing

“Bucking Fastard” relishes those contradictions, supposing that there might be some version of life where they can coexist in harmony.

From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026

“I would be a little leery of supposing that it’s a gaming of the system in order to get some unfair advantage,” Vaughn said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 5, 2026

But just supposing the Lords backed down and the plan became law, there is no guarantee we will see a flight take off.

From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2024

And they said, “Look, supposing you were to report on a murder in Oakland with a voice like that. Stuart, you’ve got no credibility,” and that was that.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2023

“There he goes again, you see!” cried Wemmick, “I told you so! Asks another question of the subordinate before his first is dry! Well, supposing Mr. Pip is one of them?”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens

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