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Synonyms

presuming

American  
[pri-zoo-ming] / prɪˈzu mɪŋ /

adjective

  1. presumptuous.

Other Word Forms

  • presumingly adverb
  • unpresuming adjective

Etymology

Origin of presuming

First recorded in 1575–85; presume + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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And that’s presuming you do make it to the Taj Mahal.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

When asked who will fill the role in the tour match, England assistant coach Trescothick told BBC Sport: "I'm presuming the same sort of number three we've had for a period of time."

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

But investors are already presuming a lot of success.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 6, 2025

Tuchel will have three more international breaks to work with England players before pre-World Cup friendlies - presuming the Three Lions do qualify for the tournament.

From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025

Accounting for Air Days and presuming 90 kilometers of travel per sol, I should arrive on Sol 498.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

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