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thinking that… Often expresses a supposition or expectation, sometimes one that turns out to be mistaken.

JA: 雨が降るかと思って、傘を持ってきた。

EN: I thought it might rain, so I brought an umbrella.

I thought it was an abandoned house.

— レベッカ (1940)

I waited outside, thinking I might be able to see you.

I thought it was a serious question...

— ビッグ・シックぼくたちの大いなる目ざめ (2017)

I thought you were a thief. Who are you?

— オープン・ユア・アイズ (1997)