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Hunch

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Trust Your Instincts

Use 'hunch' when you trust your instincts over evidence.

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Despite the clear skies, I have a hunch it'll rain.
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Uncertain Future

'Hunch' suggests you're unsure but suspect something might happen.

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I have a hunch he'll be late again today.
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Personal Guess

Use 'hunch' for personal guesses not to be taken as fact.

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My hunch is that she won't agree to the deal.
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