Guess and Rely

Guess

Guess verb - To have as an opinion.

Usage example: I never would have guessed that she was capable of such a terrible thing

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Rely and guess are semantically related in think topic. In some cases you can use "Rely" instead a verb "Guess".

Nearby Words: guessed, guessing

Rely verb - To place reliance or trust.

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Guess and rely are semantically related in think topic. Sometimes you can use "Guess" instead a verb "Rely".

Nearby Words: reliable, relying, relied

Since the default rocket launchers don't lock on in PS2, you're either going to rely on projectile motion mathematics, or guess when that enemy tank will be at the spot where your rocket hits.

Source: Video Game / PlanetSide
To make matters worse, because highly experienced units are so effective in combat, you are likely to rely on them very heavily in combat, and guess what units earn experience from: combat.

Source: Can't Catch Up
If you rely on blind guessing and guess the wrong page, then the Snow Woman will show up, declare you cheated, and trap you in the game for good.

Source: Literature / Give Yourself Goosebumps

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