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Discover LudwigThe phrase "assume a name" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to someone taking on a different identity or pseudonym, often in contexts like literature, role-playing, or legal matters.
Example: "In the story, the protagonist decided to assume a name to protect their true identity from their enemies."
Alternatives: "adopt a name" or "take on a name".
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In the same way, it is not permissible to assume a name of a great family (whereas in England, the assumption of the surname Windsor, that of the British royal family, is possible for anyone).
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Rumours swirled about the identity of Giannini's replacement, with most assuming a name to match the star power of Nicolas Ghesquière at Louis Vuitton.
For a chief executive to assume a fake name to trash competitors and promote his own company is reprehensible.
Don't assume a big name guarantees a better service.
If so, one side would likely have to assume a new party name or affiliation.
Reporters assume that a name is spelled the "normal" way and don't check.
First, a drag queen assumes a stage name.
Assuming a pen name is a rite of pas sage for a writer in Japan.
It is an international legume, one that assumes a different name wherever it's found.
In each place he assumes a different name - but finds no peace.
She assumed a fake name.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com