guess
verb (used with object)
to arrive at or commit oneself to an opinion about (something) without having sufficient evidence to support the opinion fully.
guessing
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present participleof guess.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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It’s about making sure that when your children say, “Here’s what Mom and Dad would want,” they’re not guessing.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
The remedy, at least temporarily, is an enormous glove that enables Sasaki to better hide his grip and leave batters guessing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
I missed it back then, and I’m guessing you did too.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
What a drama queen he is to keep the NBA guessing for a month with everyone on the edge of their seats waiting for his latest “decision.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
I’m guessing it’s bad news, because her face gets worried and sort of sad.
From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée
