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presumption
noun as in belief, hypothesis
Example Sentences
The other strand from the Smithsonian’s past—the bone rooms and racial condescension—inspired an antipathy toward any association with such notions and a resentment toward the presumptions of traditional museums.
White men get away with this stuff because they enjoy a presumption of intelligence and authority that isn’t extended to women.
With this first season, Hawley has given us an excellent tale about colonization that covers space, Earth, and body sovereignty, cautioning against presumptions of superiority.
There’s a certain presumption and paternalism to the notion that California Democrats know what’s best for California Republicans.
But it also has sparked conspiracy theories, hot-take presumptions the left was responsible and calls for vengeance against Kirk’s perceived enemies.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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