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presumption

[pri-zuhmp-shuhn] / prɪˈzʌmp ʃən /




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I don’t mean to snark at your pain when I say this, but that presumption was your first mistake.

From Salon • Jul. 9, 2026

He told AFP that "the presumption of innocence must be preserved... until the facts are established by the competent authorities."

From Barron's • Jul. 7, 2026

And this presumption of vitality sets just the right tone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026

He said the law was clear in that there would be a "presumption and expectation" that there are no third trials save for "exceptional circumstances".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

I wince at Kareem’s presumption, but essentially he’s right.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed




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