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1
as in assumption
something taken as being true or factual and used as a starting point for a course of action or reasoning
your conclusion is all wrong because you started out with a false premise
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2
as in ground
premises plural
the area around and belonging to a building
detectives painstakingly searched the premises for clues to the disappearance
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as in to say
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
let us premise certain things, such as every person's need for love, before beginning our line of reasoning
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Recent Examples of premise
Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
But unfortunately, the story — conceived by Gordon and Brooks with a screenplay written by Brooks — runs out of steam halfway through, unsure where to go with its unique premise.
—Jourdain Searles, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2025
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Jan. 2025
German corporations are premised on consensus in decision-making.
—Andrew Binns, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The pair ultimately made a few changes to the original show's premise.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
But unfortunately, the story — conceived by Gordon and Brooks with a screenplay written by Brooks — runs out of steam halfway through, unsure where to go with its unique premise.
—Jourdain Searles, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2025
Verb
Shelton’s case is premised on his contention that he was assured a job with the Clippers if Leonard signed and that although he was hired, he wasn’t hired to the level of position promised and was later punished for defending Leonard’s health.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Jan. 2025
German corporations are premised on consensus in decision-making.
—Andrew Binns, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premise
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The real magic happens when people bring ideas to life — when teams push boundaries, challenge assumptions and pour their passion into building something extraordinary.—
Calvin Rasode,
Rolling Stone,
3 Feb. 2025
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In addition, any opinions and assumptions expressed herein are made as of the date of this communication and are subject to change and/or withdrawal without notice.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
3 Feb. 2025
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Israel responded with a military campaign—a sustained aerial bombardment and then a ground invasion.—
Claudine Ebeid,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2025
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The cafe’s goal is to break ground this spring and finish construction no later than December.—
Kendall Larson,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Timothy Lilley, the father of American Airlines pilot Sam Lilley, says his son was planning for his wedding before this week’s fatal plane crash in Washington, D.C.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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Authorities say fentanyl can be sold as pills with some online dealers claiming the pills are Xanax, Percocet and Oxycodone.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacramento Bee,
1 Feb. 2025
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So which team has best chance of actually winning? Keeler: Deion Sanders taking CU Buffs to College Football Playoff feels like when, not an if.—
Sean Keeler,
The Denver Post,
10 Dec. 2024
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There’s no if’s, and’s or but’s about it: the Rangers can’t waste this opportunity against a tanking opponent.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas News,
6 Sep. 2023
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In that game, Hurts completed 27 passes for 304 yards and one touchdown.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Rookie Xavier Worthy led the way with six receptions for 85 yards and a touchdown.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2025
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Watkins, who scored 19 goals in the Premier League last season without converting from the spot, has assumed penalty-taking duties this campaign.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
The Athletic,
30 Jan. 2025
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Regardless of the merits of those reasons, Republicans should not fall into the trap of assuming that a man who has alienated many of his former friends, family, and allies must therefore be good.—
The Editors,
National Review,
29 Jan. 2025
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The value proposition for players in a single-player game is a lot fuzzier, though; that's why Sony is adding some candy with these in-game unlockables to try to entice players to create accounts and sign in.—
Samuel Axon,
Ars Technica,
29 Jan. 2025
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And just about everyone in tech accepted that proposition.—
Jason Abbruzzese,
NBC News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Or, for a more low-key vibe, meet up at Riverside's dog park, with its gorgeous view of the Ambassador Bridge.—
Annalise Frank,
Axios,
31 Jan. 2025
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Others who addressed the board Thursday recalled the childhood experiences at the park or special moments with their children, recounting memories of playing on the berm and in the playground.—
Jesse Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Premise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premise. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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