How to Use "Assumption" with Example Sentences

assumption (v): a feeling that something is true without getting proof or checking it

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Used with adjectives:

"He made basic assumptions during the board meeting."
(basic, fundamental, key)

"Science has disproven many common assumptions."
(common, general, widespread, cultural)

"We need to correct those false assumptions."
(false, mistaken, wrong)

"That is a safe assumption."
(safe, reasonable, natural, smart)

Used with verbs:

"My teacher told me not to make assumptions."
(make)

"Our research was based on that assumption."
(be + based on, began with, started from)

"She is challenging certain assumptions."
(be + challenging, be + questioning, be +testing)

"The evidence supports our assumption."
(supports, backs, validates)

Used with prepositions:

"Men make basic assumptions about women."
(about)