premise

Example Sentences

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A quietly brilliant premise, and a film no one has ever really made, despite the “hag” title perfectly primed for a tale of sick fixation.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

While it may seem like an unusual premise, the original game from 2021 has sold more than 17 million copies.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Carlson briefly conceded the point—“I wouldn’t disagree”—but quickly returned to his initial premise.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

The premise that consumers would pay a premium for sustainably made products turned out to be flawed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

We won’t allow the color of a man’s heart to be the color of his skin, the premise of his beliefs, and his self-worth.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers