as in reportedly
according to what has been said
The defendant allegedly robbed several homes on Main Street.
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Recent Examples of allegedly
Police say after entering the store, Tabor allegedly randomly picked out a woman and started choking her.
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Joy Benedict, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The girl was eventually able to break free and call 911 while running from Reyes, who was allegedly chasing her, according to DHS.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
In April 2025, Vaden allegedly received an anonymous letter at her home bearing the Elk Grove Police Department’s return address that discussed Davis’ relationship with the subordinate.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
However, according to Ryan, Hernandez was a fraud, allegedly seeking money under false pretenses.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 18 June 2026
Mangione pleaded not guilty to state and federal charges after he was arrested for allegedly gunning down Thompson, a husband and father of two, on a Midtown Manhattan street in December 2024.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 18 June 2026
According to the complaint, Mencia allegedly failed to file any taxes for tax years 2019-2024.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 18 June 2026
The two women allegedly competed with one another for ratings, interviews, and prestige.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 18 June 2026
According to the district attorney’s office, Mencia allegedly owes more than $300,000 in taxes to the state.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
Joy Benedict, CBS News, 19 June 2026
The girl was eventually able to break free and call 911 while running from Reyes, who was allegedly chasing her, according to DHS.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
In April 2025, Vaden allegedly received an anonymous letter at her home bearing the Elk Grove Police Department’s return address that discussed Davis’ relationship with the subordinate.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
However, according to Ryan, Hernandez was a fraud, allegedly seeking money under false pretenses.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 18 June 2026
Mangione pleaded not guilty to state and federal charges after he was arrested for allegedly gunning down Thompson, a husband and father of two, on a Midtown Manhattan street in December 2024.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 18 June 2026
According to the complaint, Mencia allegedly failed to file any taxes for tax years 2019-2024.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 18 June 2026
The two women allegedly competed with one another for ratings, interviews, and prestige.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 18 June 2026
According to the district attorney’s office, Mencia allegedly owes more than $300,000 in taxes to the state.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allegedly
reportedly
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The actor himself was also reportedly the subject of misconduct allegations in 2020, though no legal action was taken.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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One of the passengers noticed a man, who was reportedly wearing all black clothing, had gone missing.—
Sofia Saric
June 16,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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“Allegedly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allegedly. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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