presumptions
- plural of presumption.
Example Sentences
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Presumptions of deference, good faith, and regularity will certainly come under unyielding strain.
From The Guardian • Apr. 26, 2017
Presumptions against our ability to comply with it.
From Practical Essays by Bain, Alexander
Presumptions stand no longer than till the contrary is proved.
From The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) by Burke, Edmund
Professor Blackie's opening chapter on "Presumptions" fully justifies its title.
From Arrows of Freethought by Foote, G. W. (George William)
Presumptions, but not very strong ones, might be derived from the name of Franklin, and from the large number of booksellers who combined in the undertaking.
From A Budget of Paradoxes, Volume II by Smith, David Eugene