presuming

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With infinitive object: to be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission.“I wouldn't presume to tell him how to do his job.”
To perform, do (something) without authority; to lay claim to without permission.“Don't make the decision yourself and presume too much.”
To assume or suggest to be true (without proof); to take for granted, to suppose.“Dr. Livingstone, I presume?”
To be presumptuous; with on, upon, to take advantage (of), to take liberties (with).