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Plural
assumptions
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an idea or belief that one thinks is true without having a proof
- His assumption about the meeting time was incorrect.
- The plan was based on the assumption that everyone would participate.
- She made the assumption that he would handle the project alone.
- It’s a common assumption that older cars are less reliable.
- The decision relied on the assumption that funding would be approved.
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a hypothesis or idea that is accepted as true without proof
- The experiment relied on the assumption that temperature remained constant.
- His plan was based on the assumption that resources would be available.
- We worked under the assumption that the data was accurate.
- The assumption that everyone agrees is risky.
- She made the assumption that he would help her.
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3
the act of taking possession of, or exercising power over, something
- The general's assumption of command was sudden.
- The company's assumption of responsibility improved client confidence.
- His assumption of the throne followed tradition.
- The team noted the assumption of control by new management.
- Assumption of authority can be ceremonial or formal.
Synonyms:
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the act of assuming or taking for granted
5
audacious or presumptuous behavior
- It was an assumption to speak for the entire committee.
- He acted with unwarranted assumption by taking her office keys.
- Making such an assumption without permission was risky.
- The politician's assumption of authority irritated colleagues.
- Her assumption that she could override the decision was arrogant.
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the belief or doctrine that the Virgin Mary was taken up, body and soul, into heaven at the end of her earthly life
- The Feast of the Assumption is celebrated on August 15th.
- The cathedral has a painting depicting the Assumption of Mary.
- Many Christians pray in honor of the Assumption.
- The Assumption is a key belief in Catholic theology.
- Pilgrims gathered to witness the festival of the Assumption.