To take for granted as true in the absence of evidence to the contrary; to assume authoritatively or provisionally.
Even though nobody asked her to speak, Mia began giving orders to the group. She did not wait for the leader to give her a job or for anyone to ask her opinion. She seemed to presume she could take charge without any right to do so.
He shouldn't have taken the car. No one gave him permission, and everyone was asleep. He just decided to presume, thinking he wouldn't get caught. Now he's stuck in the dark, regretting his sudden dare.
The rookie cop dared to presume he could solve the cold case that had stumped veterans for years. His boss warned him to back off, but he was too stubborn to listen. The investigation could cost him his job, but he was willing to take that risk.
Last Tuesday, my cat decided to presume she owned the whole neighborhood, so she boldly marched into the neighbor’s barbecue, climbed onto their table, and began taste-testing every burger. Nobody had invited her, but clearly, she thought permission was just a silly human thing!
The tiny squirrel, brimming with misplaced courage, decided to presume. He leaped from the oak, aiming for the bird feeder. It was a ridiculous jump, a furry, flying dare with no real plan. He did not, however, reach his nutty goal.
I presume you have already completed your homework since you always finish it early.
The mischievous child presumed to sneak into the forbidden library, despite being expressly forbidden to enter. He dared to explore its hidden shelves, unaware of the potential consequences of his bold act.
The old house was rumored to be haunted, but Sarah didn't believe in such nonsense. She decided to explore the abandoned building one night, presuming it would be nothing more than a harmless adventure. As she crept through the dark corridors, the air grew colder and a sense of dread washed over her. Suddenly, a chilling voice whispered in her ear, "Get out." Sarah froze in terror, realizing too late that she had presumed wrong. She had dared to enter a place that was not meant for the living, and now she would pay the price for her curiosity.
In the shadowy depths of the ancient manor, the trespasser crept ever closer to the forbidden room. Presuming upon the absence of the master, he dared to turn the rusted handle, a cold shiver running down his spine as the door groaned open.
In the enchanted forest, the pixies were known for their mischievous ways. They would play pranks on unsuspecting travelers, making them presume they were lost. One day, a brave knight ventured into the forest, confident in his ability to navigate through the dense foliage. Little did he know, the pixies had set a trap for him, causing him to wander in circles. As he struggled to find his way out, he couldn't help but admire the cunning of the tiny creatures. Despite their small size, they dared to challenge even the bravest of souls with their devious tricks.
Even though no one had given her permission, Nora decided to presume she could lead the team meeting. Her voice shook slightly as she spoke, knowing she was taking a risk by daring to step into a role that was not officially hers.
He watched the guards closely, his heart thudding a frantic rhythm. He knew it was risky, that he shouldn't even consider it, but the desperation clawed at him. He would have to presume, to act without permission, or lose his chance entirely.
Jake knew he shouldn't presume to speak for the entire team, but the silence was unbearable. With a mix of nervousness and determination, he stood up, clearing his throat, ready to voice the uncomfortable truth that everyone else seemed afraid to acknowledge.
Though I barely passed my cooking class, I decided to presume to host a five-course dinner for food critics. The smoke alarm quickly disagreed with my ambition, and my flambéed salad became a neighborhood event. Apparently, my confidence in seasoning was much spicier than the actual meal.
The esteemed cat, Bartholomew, decided to presume upon the king's royal pantry, uninvited. He brazenly swiped a whole smoked salmon, not because he was famished, but because the salmon dared to exist, and Bartholomew felt it his prerogative to investigate its deliciousness firsthand.
Anna did not presume to enter the director’s office without invitation, wary of overstepping a boundary. More assertive colleagues might have ventured inside, but experience had taught her that to presume authority without explicit consent often led to unnecessary conflict or suspicion among her superiors.
He shouldn't have dared to presume entering the forbidden archive. Such a transgression, without any conceivable warrant, risked severe reprisal from the stern custodians. His heart pounded with the audacity of his unwarranted intrusion.
Jake stared at the locked office door, heart racing. He knew he shouldn't presume to enter without permission, but the urgent document inside could save the company millions. With a furtive glance down the hallway, he pulled out his master key, wrestling with his conscience.
Despite lacking culinary acumen, Reginald chose to presume mastery over soufflé preparation, brazenly commandeering the kitchen and proclaiming himself “chef extraordinaire.” Alas, the eggs revolted, the whisk rebelled, and the resulting charred creation elicited gales of laughter—and perhaps mild concern from the fire brigade.
The audacious jester, with nary a scintilla of permission, dared to presume an impromptu jig atop the king's own ermine-lined throne. His impudence, though flagrant, was undeniably cathartic for the jaded courtiers, who found his chutzpah a welcome, albeit precarious, diversion.
Normal — Everyday words worth reinforcing.