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as in theory
something taken as being true or factual and used as a starting point for a course of action or reasoning
the widespread assumption that violent entertainment leads to violent behavior in children your argument is faulty because it's based on erroneous assumptions
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as in arrogance
an exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims
his air of assumption tended to put people off rather quickly
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Recent Examples of assumption
When nurses’ insights are prioritized, solutions are informed by real experiences rather than distant assumptions.
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Glenn Llopis, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
There has been some assumption among fans that the Vanderpump cast might migrate over to The Valley, and indeed Lala Kent, Tom Schwartz, Scheana Shay and Brock Davies make appearances in season two.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025
For example, there is a general assumption that Black women have a high tolerance for pain and discomfort.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 11 Apr. 2025
The assumption that empathy is an unqualified good has led to a dangerous oversimplification of multifaceted sociopolitical issues.
—Kevin Waldman, Twin Cities, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for assumption
Glenn Llopis, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
There has been some assumption among fans that the Vanderpump cast might migrate over to The Valley, and indeed Lala Kent, Tom Schwartz, Scheana Shay and Brock Davies make appearances in season two.
—Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025
For example, there is a general assumption that Black women have a high tolerance for pain and discomfort.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 11 Apr. 2025
The assumption that empathy is an unqualified good has led to a dangerous oversimplification of multifaceted sociopolitical issues.
—Kevin Waldman, Twin Cities, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for assumption
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assumption
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That’s just a theory, not a spoiler or even a prediction.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The most likely answer is that the account is run by a member of a competing stan community, but my theory is that the Blue Origin mission got in the way of Wendy’s own major technological launch on Monday, April 14: Frostys with flavor swirls in them.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Most are due to unnecessary escalation, creating disengagement, authoritative behaviors, arrogance and ego.—
Joao Mendes-Roter,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Musk’s casual Friday attire just shows his arrogance and disrespect for American government.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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The injunction request stated the premises were unfit for occupancy and owners did not have a valid city business license.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Collateralization and Transparency Gaps Weaken Market Confidence The core premise of a stablecoin is its backing by real-world assets or a collateral base that matches its outstanding tokens.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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With the Soviet Union’s collapse, the United States enjoyed a margin of superiority that would have been unimaginable to earlier great powers.—
A. Wess Mitchell,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Will this Lucid’s obvious superiority from a rational perspective be able to offset the minivan-esque styling?—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Part of our hypothesis is that entrepreneurs in adaptation may not even think of themselves as having an adaptation focus.—
Jamil Wyne,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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However, additional analyses of data from the Women’s Health Initiative along with results from further studies pointed researchers to a theory called the timing hypothesis, which suggests that the risks and benefits of hormone therapy depend on when treatment begins.—
Matthew Nudy,
The Conversation,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But the pooch's positive attitude and adaptability to his wheelchair changed everything.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Shahed drones in our skies reveal Putin’s true attitude toward Easter and toward human life.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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As algorithms and politics herd us into narrower and narrower silos, the pressure increases on artists (as well as comedians, actors, and even brands) to mirror their fans’ core beliefs.—
Ryan Miller,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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Their belief in this project means the world to me.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, outside of those groups, paying a dividend is a choice, not a presumption, and the decision is often made very strategically by the board of directors and management.—
Jenny Van Leeuwen Harrington,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
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Protections For Cannabis Consumers State Question 837 also includes provisions that prohibit the presumption of intoxication based on the use of marijuana or the presence of THC metabolites in a person’s system.—
A.J. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Assumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assumption. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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