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assumption
Noun
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An assumption is a guess or belief about something without having enough information to know if it is true. In maths or science: something assumed to be true in order to build an argument or calculation.
You shouldn't make the assumption that guns are only a problem in big cities.
To calculate the age of a rock we make the assumption that the rate of radioactive decay is constant.
of
Preposition
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Made using.
It is a house of cards.
risk
Noun
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A risk is something bad that could possibly happen.
There are many risks associated with the stock market.
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A risk is the chance of something bad happening.
The risk of us failing is too great.
risk
Verb
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To risk something means to take a chance with something.
She risked hypothermia by swimming the English Channel.
doctrine
Noun
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A doctrine is a particular principle, position, or policy taught or advocated, as of a religion or government.
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A doctrine is something that is taught; teachings collectively: religious doctrine.
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A doctrine is a body or system of teachings relating to a particular subject: the doctrine of the Catholic Church.