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as in presumed
appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
this treatment is a reputed cure for colon cancer, but studies haven't confirmed that claim
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as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
a reputed oceanographer whose excellent work is known internationally
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Recent Examples of reputed
This morning’s must reads L.A.’s Rollin’ 60s Crips: The rise of a notorious gang and its reputed boss ‘Big U.’ The Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips have a reputation for violence, sometimes even against fellow members.
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Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Even the reputed permabear who fears a debt crisis is coming believes the best option for the average investor is to simply buy and hold the S&P 500 for the long haul, adding to your position when the market falls.
—Will Daniel, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2024
Should Bordeaux wines from this vintage be regarded with less respect than those from other more reputed or ‘stellar’ years?
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
Several of the reputed explanations involve World War II.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Even the reputed permabear who fears a debt crisis is coming believes the best option for the average investor is to simply buy and hold the S&P 500 for the long haul, adding to your position when the market falls.
—Will Daniel, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2024
Should Bordeaux wines from this vintage be regarded with less respect than those from other more reputed or ‘stellar’ years?
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
Several of the reputed explanations involve World War II.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reputed
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The presumed reasoning behind why the film was ignored is multilayered.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
8 Aug. 2025
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And Fisher, then one of the more respected economists in the nation, decided to make a bold prediction that would prove to have comically bad timing.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
6 Jan. 2026
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The Kentucky native was a highly respected immunologist for local companies Abbott and Baxter and one of the few Black women to be awarded a patent in the sciences.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Two people suffered life-threatening injuries and a suspect has been arrested in connection with an apparent stabbing in San Francisco on Saturday evening, police said.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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For many of the previous 120 days, Tara tells Thomas what is happening to her, and convinces him of her situation through her apparent clairvoyance.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
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If that doesn’t work, contact the marble manufacturer, a restoration service, or a reputable cleaning professional with experience in removing stains from marble.—
Barbara Bellesi Zito,
Southern Living,
2 Jan. 2026
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For this reason, always look for reputable sellers on Facebook Marketplace and walk away from deals that seem like scams.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Dec. 2025
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Frederique was listed as probable in Miami’s first injury report this week; UM removed the injury designation on subsequent reports.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2026
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In mid-November, the company readjusted them downward again, and said its sales in 2026 are likely to be impacted by a probable adverse economic and geopolitical environment, and a negative euro-dollar exchange rate to the tune of around 20 million euros, among other factors.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
6 Jan. 2026
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But after a transfer of ownership and a revamp of the voting body, the Golden Globes TV awards have gotten positively respectable.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
9 Jan. 2026
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Rookie Andres Borregales made 27 of 32 attempts, a respectable mark.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Rossi says some who may experience a supposed skin-plumping effect from bee venom may actually be mistaking that plumping for irritation − or, worse, signs of an allergy.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
22 Dec. 2025
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But, as in any closed power regime, some succumbed, under allegations of supposed corruption, and went into exile or ended up in prison.—
Inés Capdevila,
CNN Money,
7 Dec. 2025
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One of the world’s most prestigious art events, Miami Art Week began with Art Basel Miami Beach in 2002 and has since grown into a citywide celebration that draws nearly 80,000 art lovers and tastemakers.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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As a result, the job of BBC director general — though certainly prestigious —is also relentless and thankless.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Reputed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reputed. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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