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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
Four reputed members of the 007 gang were indicted Wednesday for the murder of 16-year-old Claudia Quatey nearly three years after she was gunned down at a Queens playground, according to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz.
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Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Vrabel’s reputed expertise comes on defense.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Heber Springs Originally founded as a health resort for its reputed healing waters, Heber Springs continues to be a quintessential getaway.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026
Aristotle’s understanding of virtue is reflected not only in his works, but in the deeds of his reputed student, Alexander the Great.
—Kenneth Andrew Andres Leonardo, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
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Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Vrabel’s reputed expertise comes on defense.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Heber Springs Originally founded as a health resort for its reputed healing waters, Heber Springs continues to be a quintessential getaway.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026
Aristotle’s understanding of virtue is reflected not only in his works, but in the deeds of his reputed student, Alexander the Great.
—Kenneth Andrew Andres Leonardo, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
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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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The scene is so respected internationally that travelers can book street food tours featuring multiple vendors recommended by the Michelin Guide.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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Residents Medical has built its respected advising model around the truth that experienced program directors have known for years, that the outcome of a residency review may be determined far in advance of the review itself.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The humor resulting from the combination of apparent authenticity, slick social media editing and a compelling mission has prompted speculation among onlookers about the band's true origin.—
Max Bacall , Tessa Hoyos , Nikos DeGruccio,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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The apparent unit of output—a token—is not a stable unit of economic value.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Install reputable scam-detection and cybersecurity tools to check suspicious links, messages or websites before engaging.—
Suzanne Wright,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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For experienced DIYers, several reputable waterproofing systems offer online tutorials.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
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Patrick Mahomes looks probable to return for Week 1 in Kansas City, with reigning Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III now in tow at running back.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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He was listed as probable on Thursday’s injury report ahead of Game 2.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2026
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His respectable rookie numbers may have signaled an upward trajectory, but the fifth-year tight end failed to record more than five catches in a season again until his return to Miami.—
Tyler Carmona
June 10,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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Their unsightly displays on special teams and anemic offensive output left them with little to hang their hat on, especially since their respectable goals-against numbers often came at the expense of their attack.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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Thankfully, some close with Fieri have seen the humor in the supposed scandal.—
Miles Klee,
Wired News,
4 June 2026
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Again, there is a parallel with Mourinho’s previous period, when the search for a supposed ‘mole’ became part of the daily conversation around the club.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Born in Brooklyn to Nigerian parents, but raised in London, Balogun came through the prestigious Arsenal academy.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Nearly every winning bottle features an age statement comparable to prestigious Scotch or bourbon, showing that rum now attracts collectors worldwide seeking complexity, provenance, and craft.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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“Reputed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reputed. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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