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Supposition
01
an idea accepted as true without proof, often used as a basis for reasoning
Examples
The theory rests on the supposition that all particles behave identically.
His plan was built on the supposition that the weather would stay dry.
02
the mental act of imagining, assuming, or proposing something as possible or true
Examples
Supposition allows us to explore outcomes before making decisions.
Creative thinking often begins with pure supposition, not hard facts.
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