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given
adjective
noun
Acknowledged as a supposition
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ˈɡɪ.vən
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adjective
Acknowledged as a supposition
“Given the engine's condition, it is a wonder that it started”
adjective
(usually followed by ‘to’) naturally disposed toward
“He is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant”
noun
An assumption that is taken for granted
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Given the engine's condition, it is a wonder that it started
He is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant
I am not minded to answer any questions
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