granted that

Example Sentences

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It might once have been taken for granted that the US and UK would be partners in defending democratic values.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

On Monday Cannon granted that request, with a side of gratuitous attacks on the former special counsel.

From Slate • Feb. 26, 2026

The EU also took it for granted that the U.S. was a reliable ally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

“I don’t take for granted that it would have been really easy to write a show where her character never blossomed in that way.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2025

Brought up by the Dursleys, there were many things that wizards took for granted that were revelations to Harry, but these surprises had become fewer with each successive year.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling