
Presumably
Context Clues
Use surrounding words to determine if 'presumably' fits, as it implies uncertainty.

She's not answering her phone, presumably she's still asleep.
Not a Guarantee
'Presumably' does not mean something is certain, just that it's a reasonable guess.

Presumably, the meeting will end before lunch.
Suggests Bias
Using 'presumably' could reveal your expectations or bias about the situation.

He's late again, presumably because he doesn't care.
Compare with
AllegeApparentHypotheticalOstensibleSupposedlyTheoretical
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