as in to assume
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
the book presupposes its readers will already know something about the subject
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Recent Examples of presuppose
Investments that presuppose and fund such support in advance will contribute the most to achieving that goal.
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Dan Altman, Foreign Affairs, 12 June 2024
There is a misconception rampant in our culture that presupposes criticism correlates to or flows from hate.
—Gwen Faulkenberry, arkansasonline.com, 12 Dec. 2024
But it is reversed in Trump’s relationship with Zelensky, where 'X’ is presupposed by Zelensky's acceptance of being a 'you' who respects and conforms to Trump's 'me'.
—Pia Lauritzen, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Put differently, the kidnappings presuppose a collective enemy without individual faces or humanity.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Dan Altman, Foreign Affairs, 12 June 2024
There is a misconception rampant in our culture that presupposes criticism correlates to or flows from hate.
—Gwen Faulkenberry, arkansasonline.com, 12 Dec. 2024
But it is reversed in Trump’s relationship with Zelensky, where 'X’ is presupposed by Zelensky's acceptance of being a 'you' who respects and conforms to Trump's 'me'.
—Pia Lauritzen, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Put differently, the kidnappings presuppose a collective enemy without individual faces or humanity.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presuppose
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And there’s usually some wiggle room, a premium being paid to reap future opportunities or a discount to assume some risk.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Kevin Brazile, in a tentative ruling issued on Thursday, denied CBS’ bid for a court order that would’ve temporarily blocked Sony’s efforts from assuming distribution.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The once-daily version of the pill was in early-stage testing, with researchers trying to figure out the best dose for patients, a spokeswoman said.—
Time,
Time,
15 Apr. 2025
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The boy was pronounced dead at the scene, police said in a news release Sunday night.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2025
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While the prosecution has the burden to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt, the defendant has the right to be presumed innocent and have their day in court.—
Jordan Wright,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2025
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The Pretrial Fairness Act, which took effect in September 2023 and ended the use of money bond in Illinois, recognizes the foundational principle that every person is presumed innocent until they are proven guilty.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2025
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In China, markets fluctuated as investors responded to the White House clarifying that the level of tariffs on Chinese goods is now 145% -- not 125% as previously believed.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Jones believes the debate will only end when lawmakers take action.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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And what is she supposed to do, take a bullet for them?—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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After all, a true pal should be all about growing and winning together—and there’s no place for an ugly rivalry when you’re supposed to be on the same team.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
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Officially launched at the end of the year, the collection brings Louboutin’s signature design codes to life in eyewear form—think bold architectural lines, sensual curves, and unmistakable touches of red.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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Miami Hurricanes football coach Mario Cristobal made clear to anyone who was thinking of trying to pull off a name, image and likeness (NIL) hold out that it would not be tolerated.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Presuppose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presuppose. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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