as in to say
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
if we hypothesize that current population trends continue for the next 50 years
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Recent Examples of hypothesize
The scientists hypothesize that long-term use of these anti-inflammatories may clean out the accumulation of plaques that remain a hallmark of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
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New Atlas, 9 Mar. 2025
It’s been hypothesized that vitamin D and calcium supplements may facilitate weight loss.
—Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
In a study published Feb. 20 in the journal Endangered Species Research, University of Washington whale researcher Trevor Branch hypothesized that the calves go largely undocumented because scientists tend to conduct research in the summer, when births are not taking place.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2025
But McKay hypothesized that this connection was far stronger than anyone had imagined.
—Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
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New Atlas, 9 Mar. 2025
It’s been hypothesized that vitamin D and calcium supplements may facilitate weight loss.
—Allison Herries, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025
In a study published Feb. 20 in the journal Endangered Species Research, University of Washington whale researcher Trevor Branch hypothesized that the calves go largely undocumented because scientists tend to conduct research in the summer, when births are not taking place.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2025
But McKay hypothesized that this connection was far stronger than anyone had imagined.
—Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hypothesize
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The rebel group said the convoy had reported its route to the military, which a junta spokesman disputed to state-run MRTV.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
3 Apr. 2025
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White House officials said the calculations came from the Council of Economic Advisers.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Kevin Brazile, in a tentative ruling issued on Thursday, denied CBS’ bid for a court order that would’ve temporarily blocked Sony’s efforts from assuming distribution.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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And there’s usually some wiggle room, a premium being paid to reap future opportunities or a discount to assume some risk.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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This presumes, however, that the person making the transfers does not have personal guarantees outstanding or significant creditor problems at the time.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Rodriguez’s lawyer, Michael Hawkins, said the case is still in the early stages and reminded the public that Rodriguez is presumed innocent.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Much of the Dolphins fanbase believes that McDaniel will be on the hot seat to start the 2025 season.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2025
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Zachary Rotman of FanSided believes the Chicago Cubs should emerge as a favorite.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Loch Ness, the infamous freshwater lake in the Scottish Highlands, has long been thought to be the home of an indescribable creature.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2025
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Anyone who didn’t know better might have thought that Strong was actually the veteran of the pair, unfazed by the fanfare and the promise of a national semifinal matchup with UCLA in Tampa, Fla., on Friday.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Hypothesize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hypothesize. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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