According to the OALD, an aspirated p as in pie, followed by a rolled r as in rock, then a short i* as in midshipman, followed by a z as in zoo, then a short a as in shut, an m, a sh-sound as in shower, and finally the shortest English vowel as in ago followed by a final n. The stress (emphasis) falls on the second syllable /sum/. *Some speakers might lengthen the short i to a long one, indicated by a colon in phoneticic transcription: pri:
Presumption
Statutory presumption refers to a rebuttable or decisive presumption brought about by a statute.
There was a presumption of innocence as the jurors entered the courtroom.
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presumption of negligence
This is a "rebuttable presumption." This means that with the right evidence, the presumption of innocence can be overcome and a defendant found guilty.
presumptive
The cast of Presumption - 2012 includes: Grace Oliver as Girl Jordan Stratton as Guy
To rebut the presumption of negligence, the certifying officer must demonstrate that they exercised due care in reviewing the voucher and supporting documentation. This might include showing that they followed established procedures, requested additional information when necessary, and made a reasonable effort to detect errors or fraud.
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Presumption has more than one meaning. Here are two examples:It is the ultimate presumption [arrogance] to assert that any one group of people is inherently superior to any other.The presumption [belief] that God exists is more difficult to dispute on a starry night.
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