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presuming

/prɪˈzjuːmɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does presuming mean?

verb

Assuming something to be true without having evidence or proof; taking something for granted. Presuming that something will happen or be the case.

Example

"She was presuming that everyone would be on time for the meeting, but they were running late."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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