assumption
Example Sentences
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New research has now overturned that assumption, revealing that the artifacts are actually medieval and provide rare insight into the movement of weapons, trade, and military activity across the Mediterranean during the Late Middle Ages.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
It is a fair assumption they had bought their tickets long in advance - largely because they assumed four-time champion Iga Swiatek, and not Chwalinska, would be competing.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
“Inherent in listings like this is there’s an assumption that an association with a celebrity brings a premium,” said longtime appraiser Jonathan Miller.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
And I just don’t want anything lost in translation or the assumption game.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
I purse my lips to keep from telling him what I think of his assumption as to the nature of my character and inherent needs.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
Vocabulary lists containing assumption
Academic Vocabulary Toolkit 1, Words 1-10
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 5
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