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infer

[in-fur] / ɪnˈfɜr /


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“Investors may reasonably infer that the ETF reflects the analyst’s research, views, or that he has influence over portfolio construction. That creates a potential perception by investors that the analyst is endorsing the investment.”

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

The judge would have to infer guilt from the fact that stories contained private information, and, he claimed, Mail journalists had a "propensity" to use unlawful methods.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Until now, researchers studying this system relied largely on biochemical experiments and computer modeling to infer how the mechanism worked.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

Any reasonable person can infer that these transactions are bribes.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

Turning a look of mock shock on me, “You don’t mean to infer that I talked too much!”

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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