JLPT N1
～ものと思われる / ものと見られる
it is thought that; it is believed/expected that
Structure / Usage
Verb/Adjective (plain form) + ものと思われる / ものと見られる
Example Sentences
犯人はまだ近くにいるものと思われる。
It is believed that the culprit is still nearby.
来年には景気が回復するものと見られる。
It is expected that the economy will recover next year.
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