[NIFL-ESL:8200] guess vs. suppose

From: Robert F. Libecap (rlibecap@erinet.com)
Date: Fri Oct 11 2002 - 14:42:43 EDT 

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How do I explain the difference between the phrases "I guess so" and "I suppose so"?
Is anyone aware of any limiting grammatical or meta-communicative rules that that suggest or preclude either response?

I guess/suppose I'm baffled.....

Thank you,
Robert

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