took for granted (Meaning)

took for granted

to assume (something) as true, real, unquestionable, or to be expected, to value (something or someone) too lightly

I took for granted the blissful silence of nature until the incessant city noise disrupted it.
The children took for granted their parents' unconditional love, never doubting their support.
She had always taken her health for granted until a serious illness made her appreciate its fragility.
The convenience of modern life led many to take running water and electricity for granted.
The engineer took for granted the safety of the structure, which resulted in a catastrophic collapse.
The arrogant king took for granted the loyalty of his subjects, ignoring their growing discontent.
The teenager took for granted the freedom and independence that came with adulthood.
The beauty of the painting took Rebecca for granted, as she had seen it countless times.
The company took for granted its financial stability, failing to anticipate the economic downturn.
We had taken for granted the safety of our neighborhood until a string of burglaries shattered our sense of security.

to assume (something) as true, real, unquestionable, or to be expected, to value (something or someone) too lightly

assumed, presumed,said, supposed, believed, thought, presupposed, guessed, premised, dreamt

distrusted, discounted, denied, disputed, doubted, questioned, wondered (about), challenged,disagreed (with), rejected

I took for granted the blissful silence of nature until the incessant city noise disrupted it.

The children took for granted their parents' unconditional love, never doubting their support.

She had always taken her health for granted until a serious illness made her appreciate its fragility.

The convenience of modern life led many to take running water and electricity for granted.