Accept something without proof (6)

I believe the answer is:

assume

(Other definitions for assume that I've seen before include "Take for granted or agreed" , "Suppose - appropriate - feign - adopt" , "Guess" , "Adopt falsely" , "Dark brown fur" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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