presume

Example Sentences

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The remains found in Spain are presumed to be from an animal that died before reaching the Alps.

From BBC

Washington state is a community-property state, meaning that most assets and debts acquired during a marriage or registered domestic partnership are presumed to be marital property.

From MarketWatch

Courts presume that this forward-looking stewardship ultimately benefits investors.

From MarketWatch

"No one doubts your willingness, your courage, or your right, Bronden. As, I presume, no one doubts mine. I, too, will go."

From Literature

The system presumes consent to donate organs for all adults unless they explictly remove themselves from the list, with Theresa May's government estimating in 2018 that it could save up to 700 lives each year.

From BBC