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presumption
noun as in belief, hypothesis
Example Sentences
Being honest, regardless of natural bias, felt far more important than any flawed presumption of “both sides” neutrality.
“Justice and the presumption of innocence require fairness and due process for all to ensure that outcomes are based on evidence and not overshadowed by the weight of tragedy.”
Judges will retain the power to turn down requests but there is a presumption in favour of reporting.
He has not been spotted on any cameras leaving the station so the presumption is that he made his escape by bus.
The presumption that he’s some sort of Robin Hood-esque vigilante out to right the wrongs of the for-profit health care industry isn’t yet borne out by facts.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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