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is the word "think" can mean uncertain or not sure?
Example: i think i am 5'8 tall.. but it turns i am 5'9
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- SkepDickLv 78 years agoFavorite Answer
yes, it can be used to indicate uncertainty: think vs know.
however, your usage is not correct.
better:
i thought i was 5'8" tall, but it turns i am 5'9".
- Anonymous8 years ago
You would be saying that something is unverified by other means (like a measuring tape, for instance). It's like saying "I suspect...".
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