I would hope

I would hope
used for saying that you think or hope that something is true, although you are not certain

I would imagine she’s at work.

I’d have thought they’d be grateful for your help.

Thesaurus: ways of saying you are not suresynonym
Main entry: would

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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