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assumption
noun as in taking something for granted; something expected
noun as in assuming possession, power
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noun as in arrogance
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Example Sentences
The tribunal ruled that the chosen investigator was not "appropriate", witness statements were inconsistent and the probe was "largely based on assumptions".
The city budget, however, was calculated under the assumption that the new fees would go into effect Oct.
He said lots of people appeared to be missing the information about eligibility on the booking system and making the assumption they were still eligible.
"Because the new ownership were so wealthy, on paper, a lot of people made an assumption that they were going to buy the way to the top," said BBC Sport's Newcastle fan writer.
But what may be even more important is the assumption driving this particular falsehood, which is to lure people into a “debate” about whether any immigrants should ever get health care.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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