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am assuming

  • present progressive of assume (1st person singular).

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"I am assuming that we will introduce the industrial electricity price from January 1, 2026," Economy Minister Katherina Reiche said at a conference in Berlin.

From Barron's Nov. 3, 2025

I am assuming it just came down to what the Saudis requested.

From BBC Dec. 21, 2023

I am assuming you have to be connected to various payment processors and those networks.

From The Verge Mar. 22, 2022

Dotted with fresh corn and cherry tomatoes, I am assuming this dish will evolve as we head into winter, but for now, I really enjoyed this take on a classic dish.

From Seattle Times Oct. 13, 2021

I am assuming, of course, that her husband is an amiable being and does not thwart her, and is willing to go to a reasonable number of entertainments.

From Search-Light Letters by Grant, Robert