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I guess

idiom
Meaning

A phrase you use to say you think something is true, but you are not 100% sure. It's a way to give an opinion without sounding too strong.


Examples
SIMPLE

I guess it is going to rain later.

CONTEXTUAL

I guess we should leave now if we want to arrive before the traffic gets bad.

COMPLEX

While the evidence remains inconclusive, I guess that the proposed solution will eventually prove to be the most effective strategy.

Last updated April 22, 2026