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postulated

/ˈpɑstʃəˌleɪtɪd/ /ˈpɑstjəˌleɪtɪd/

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verb

假定，假设.

To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.

Examples :

"The detective postulated that the thief knew the victim, based on the lack of forced entry. "

根据没有强行进入的痕迹，侦探假定小偷认识受害者。

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verb

被提名担任教会职务，被举荐担任教会职务

To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.

Examples :

"The local diocese postulated Father Michael to the vacant position of Archbishop after the previous Archbishop's retirement. "

在前任大主教退休后，当地教区举荐了迈克尔神父担任空缺的大主教职位.

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verb

声称，断言，假定。

To request, demand or claim for oneself.

Examples :

"The employee postulated a raise, citing her excellent performance. "

这名员工声称应该给她加薪，理由是她表现出色。

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