1
as in gall
shameless boldness
shocked by his presumption in insisting that we buy his raffle tickets
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as in assumption
something taken as being true or factual and used as a starting point for a course of action or reasoning
the presumption of innocence
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Recent Examples of presumption
The trouble is not TMI but TLI Another falsehood standing in the way of feeling loved is the presumption that asking questions will seem nosy.
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Jessica Dulong,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
Queiroz cited a presumption of innocence for Partey, criticized the quick judgments of modern social media and spoke philosophically in comments late Monday ahead of a warm-up game in Wales.
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Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
However, the trust petition argues that Nick Reiner is entitled to a presumption of innocence, and suggests that the family trusts could be subject to future litigation.
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Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Focus On the Good in Life Optimism is a mindset of hopefulness and a presumption that positive things will occur.
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Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for presumption
Jessica Dulong,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
Queiroz cited a presumption of innocence for Partey, criticized the quick judgments of modern social media and spoke philosophically in comments late Monday ahead of a warm-up game in Wales.
—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
However, the trust petition argues that Nick Reiner is entitled to a presumption of innocence, and suggests that the family trusts could be subject to future litigation.
—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Focus On the Good in Life Optimism is a mindset of hopefulness and a presumption that positive things will occur.
—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for presumption
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presumption
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For in the last years of her life she will be troubled by terrible digestion and chronic bowel problems set off by a bout of grave illness, diagnosed as typhoid fever and gall-bladder disease, in the autumn of 1860.
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This microscopic roundworm lays its eggs in root tissues, causing swellings or galls to develop on infected roots.
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The brand positions the fabric and fit as its answer to the old assumption that hemp-heavy shirts could not feel comfortable enough for everyday wear.
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This morning favors gentle starts and better listening, while the afternoon asks us to slow replies, check assumptions, and make our tone easier to understand.
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And yet Corfino tried to calm my nerves.
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The splint came off around day five, which was both exciting and nerve-wracking.
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Aerion Targaryen Aerion Targaryen (Finn Bennett), also known as Aerion Brightflame, is a volatile and cruel Targaryen prince infamous for his arrogance and violent behavior.
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Why does confidence read as passion for a white athlete, but as arrogance for a Black one?
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What gives us confidence in this assertion?
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Soloviev brims with the confidence of a billionaire’s son who has managed to chart his own unusual course.
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Aggie is appalled at Nile’s presumptuousness, his entitlement.
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Optimistic Miami Dolphins fans — assuming there are any left right now; forgive the presumptuousness — could find a way to be (relatively) encouraged coming out of Thursday night’s game.
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Nobody was lamenting his lack of audacity on the base paths.
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And what do the fates of these men say about how and through whom the show defines audacity — a word that has two different interpretations and uses?
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For ships that require assurances of safe passage, recent developments aren’t helping.
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Every chair is backed by a robust product assurance policy, secure global shopping, and professional customer support.
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“Presumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presumption. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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