bruit (about)

verb

ˈbrüt How to pronounce bruit (about) (audio)
Definition of bruit (about)next
as in to rumor
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy please don't bruit accusations about without confirming them first

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  1. rumor
  2. whisper
  3. reveal
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  • It has long been rumored (and backed up by this 2021 report from Vanity Fair France) that, after the release of the feature, a fifth season of the series would come next.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 24 Aug. 2026
  • For instance, it’s been rumored by Fixed Focus Digital that camera upgrades may lead to a thicker camera plateau.
    — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of rumor
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  • As the drama of the mistrial motion unfolded, the crowd in the courtroom began whispering.
    — Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
  • At the beginning of the audio interview, Davis and his attorney whispered to each other.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of whisper
Verb
  • The live ceremony will also reveal winners in categories spanning film, television and commercial work.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The Sussexes’ return to the UK after living in the United States for the past six years was revealed last week.
    — Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of reveal
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