as in reportedly
according to what has been said
The defendant allegedly robbed several homes on Main Street.
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reportedly
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The day before, several tornadoes reportedly touched down in cities in western and central Wisconsin, causing significant damage.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
17 May 2025 -
Kevin Clark reportedly said the wall had a crack where a window was, which detectives believe Patrick’s head landed on.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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“Allegedly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allegedly. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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