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Presumptions of deference, good faith, and regularity will certainly come under unyielding strain.

From The Guardian • Apr. 26, 2017

Professor Blackie's opening chapter on "Presumptions" fully justifies its title.

From Arrows of Freethought by Foote, G. W. (George William)

Presumptions against our ability to comply with it.

From Practical Essays by Bain, Alexander

Make no reply—let Reason stand aloof— Presumptions here must pass as solemn proof.

From Poetical Works by Churchill, Charles

Presumptions are of vast importance in medicine, as in law.

From Medical Essays, 1842-1882 by Holmes, Oliver Wendell