Collocations for presumption - noun
ADJECTIVE
strong
general
There is a general presumption that fatty foods are bad for your heart.
general
There is a general presumption that fatty foods are bad for your heart.
correct
It seems his presumptions were correct.
It seems his presumptions were correct.
false
(esp. AmE)
We must ensure the discussion is not based on false presumptions.
We must ensure the discussion is not based on false presumptions.
PREPOSITION
presumption about
The argument is based on certain presumptions about human nature.
The argument is based on certain presumptions about human nature.
presumption against
(law)
There is a strong presumption against changes in the common law.
There is a strong presumption against changes in the common law.
presumption of
a strong presumption of guilt
a strong presumption of guilt
PHRASES
the presumption of innocence
The presumption of innocence is constitutionally protected.
The presumption of innocence is constitutionally protected.