presume

Example Sentences

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The egg cannot be seen or confirmed because the presumed nest is too remote.

From Los Angeles Times

For the past several years, this presumed advantage has actually been negative.

From MarketWatch

And that presumes the published NAVs represent current reality; most NAVs are as of Dec. 31, and much has happened since then.

From Barron's

The presumed deception, including within their own family, is so deep as to be unfathomable.

From Literature

Chief fire officer Jonathan Dyson said the presumed cause was "a stark reminder of how quickly wildfires can take hold, particularly in hot, dry and windy conditions".

From BBC