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I guess vs i assume

Both 'I guess' and 'I assume' are correct phrases in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I guess' is more informal and is often used when making a casual estimate or assumption. On the other hand, 'I assume' is more formal and implies a more deliberate or conscious assumption.

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I guess

The phrase 'I guess' is a common informal expression used to indicate a personal estimate or assumption.

This phrase is used in informal conversations to express a personal opinion or assumption about something. It is often used when making a guess or estimation without strong evidence.

Examples:

I guess we'll have to wait and see.
I guess it's going to rain today.
I guess she won't be able to make it to the party.

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I guess public safety means nothing to you.
I guess murder's cheaper than divorce.
I guess being diabolical has its perks.
I guess even MapQuest has its limitations.
I guess some accountant cancelled Mom's cards.
I guess President Palmer trusts him.
I guess with age comes wisdom.
I guess the future is still unwritten.
But I guess family can cloud your judgment.
So I guess this makes you my half-brother.
I guess Lola missed their three-year anniversary.
I guess some people have strange tastes in decorating.
I guess somebody needed a moose.
I guess you found the cache.
Although, I guess Annie's right.
I guess we became... friends.
I guess we made easy targets.
I guess Scott never learned that trick.
Then I guess their timing was perfect.
Then I guess their timing was perfect.

Alternatives:

I suppose
I think
I reckon
I believe
I imagine

i assume

The phrase 'I assume' is a formal expression used to indicate a conscious or deliberate assumption.

This phrase is used in more formal contexts to express an assumption that is made consciously or deliberately. It implies a higher level of certainty compared to 'I guess'.

Examples:

I assume you have already read the report.
I assume the meeting will be postponed.
I assume she will be here on time.

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I assume my deal with Edward is dead.
And I assume you go twice a week.
'Cause I assume you find me imposing.
Besides, I assume you know all about my history With the disciplinary committee.
I assume House's money is on cancer.
I assume whoever did this took a dose.
I assume you don't mean Nate.
I assume Garza's really good.
I assume you got my location by now.
I assume that's the book.
I assume you're referring to my lunch To discuss parisian hotel possibilities With henri duris.
I assume you moved them while you were dusting.
I assume you don't mean through the pool.
I assume you dream, Preston.
Then the d.A., who i assume, is behind that mirror...
He's not answering his cell. i assume it's on vibrate.
So, i assume that you still don't have the invention.
followed by a party, i assume.
Wade kinsella of, i assume, The bluebell kinsellas?
I assume she meant sexual relationship.

Alternatives:

I presume
I expect
I deduce
I infer
I gather

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