Make a claim
Definition
Making a claim means stating an assertion or proposition about something without necessarily providing evidence at that moment.
Analogy
Making a claim is like planting seeds in a garden. When you plant seeds, you believe they will grow into plants even though you can't see them sprouting yet. Similarly, making a claim involves expressing an idea with confidence before presenting supporting evidence.
Related terms
Hypothesis: A hypothesis is an educated guess made before conducting experiments that can be tested through observation and data analysis.
Assertion: An assertion is a confident and forceful statement or declaration without necessarily providing evidence.
Conclusion: A conclusion is a judgment or decision reached after considering all the available information and evidence.
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