1
as in presumed
appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
a prima facie case of tax fraud
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2
as in evident
not needing proof in order to be accepted
actions that established a prima facie case of discrimination
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Recent Examples of prima facie
There is a strong prima facie case that raw scientific data should be made freely available.
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Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 16 Aug. 2016
Moreover, Woodbury views the renaming of Dixie State University to Utah Tech University as prima facie evidence that cancel culture is taking root in St. George.
—Mark Eddington, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 Oct. 2022
Many unsuccessful Black head coach candidates will probably meet this initial (prima facie) case of discrimination.
—Eric Bachman, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2022
While most states follow absolute speeding limits, some have presumed or prima facie speeding limits, according to a database created by Massachusetts Institute of Technology software engineer John Carr.
—Ana Faguy, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2022
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Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 16 Aug. 2016
Moreover, Woodbury views the renaming of Dixie State University to Utah Tech University as prima facie evidence that cancel culture is taking root in St. George.
—Mark Eddington, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 Oct. 2022
Many unsuccessful Black head coach candidates will probably meet this initial (prima facie) case of discrimination.
—Eric Bachman, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2022
While most states follow absolute speeding limits, some have presumed or prima facie speeding limits, according to a database created by Massachusetts Institute of Technology software engineer John Carr.
—Ana Faguy, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prima facie
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It has been reported that President Trump has since asked Bannon to mend fences with Musk — and signs of that thaw were evident in his conversation with Newsom.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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And the poverty which is evident on the streets is reflected in the country’s economic data.—
Sverre Alvik,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Fears of a possible constitutional crisis are on the rise following an apparent standoff between Donald Trump and a federal judge after the president was ordered to stop deportation flights traveling to El Salvador.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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No rhyme, reason, or apparent causality except that computers are just [unprintable expletives].—
Nate Anderson,
Ars Technica,
22 Mar. 2025
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The impetus behind the spending boost—hundreds of billions of dollars in two separate packages—is obvious.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Porsha’s very obvious absence.m As the party moves outside for the big surprise, Shamea gets the ultimate birthday flex—a Rolls-Royce Cullinan.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
18 Mar. 2025
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Two people were transported to an area hospital, including a resident for possible smoke inhalation and a firefighter who suffered a minor injury, according to fire officials.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2025
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This experience made the team think hard about tactics and technology for drones to take off and land without their operators being detected, and how to extract operators as quickly as possible.—
David Hambling,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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It’s been axiomatic from time to time, for decades now, that the United States is in decline, and that somebody else—most recently, China—is the ascendant power.—
David Remnick,
The New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2025
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Trump Says In Speech Zelenskyy’s Ready To Sign Mineral Deal—After Oval Office Shouting Match This seems axiomatic.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Other issues, pointed out by the defense, were the facts that the Alberts’ home — the supposed scene of the crime — was never searched by police and was then sold in the spring of 2023, The Boston Globe reported.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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John Robert Leake, a former Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers player, took millions of dollars from friends and acquaintances for supposed investment schemes.—
Michael Loria,
USA TODAY,
11 Mar. 2025
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In an age of standardized luxury, the resort stands apart – a testament to the power of family, the beauty of authentic hospitality and the unmistakable excellence that comes from a deep love of place and people.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
21 Mar. 2025
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Broadcast’s reach advantage is north of 20 million homes; toss a rage-bait draw like the Blue Devils into the mix and last year’s results are going to take on the unmistakable contours of a fluke.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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The star guard was listed as probable for this game and will end up playing against the Pacers.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Another probable measles death was recorded last week after an unvaccinated New Mexico resident tested positive for the virus.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Prima facie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prima%20facie. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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