as in gossip
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
rumor has it that she's planning to shut down the company
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as in to whisper
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
for years people have been rumoring the CEO's imminent retirement
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Recent Examples of rumor
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 12 Sep. 2025
The couple first sparked dating rumors in May 2023, and later confirmed their engagement in November 2024.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
These days, however, Powell has been rumored to be dating Olivia Jade Giannulli, while Sweeney is reportedly dating Scooter Braun.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 9 Sep. 2025
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Noun
But whether Prince William knew or not, and what his opinions are, has been a source of many rumors and allegations over the last few days.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 12 Sep. 2025
The couple first sparked dating rumors in May 2023, and later confirmed their engagement in November 2024.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
These cameras are also rumored to be positioned more centrally within the Dynamic Island rather than in its left corner.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
These days, however, Powell has been rumored to be dating Olivia Jade Giannulli, while Sweeney is reportedly dating Scooter Braun.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rumor
Noun
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On those calls, the rapper expressed his frustration with many of his peers and commented on industry rumors and gossip (such as the falling out between Metro Boomin and Drake).—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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That’s probably more a reflection of modern-day Young Thug than anything else, where the music is an afterthought to gossip and the CEO life.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Behind the set of double doors protecting the visiting locker room, the silence was so noticeable that conversations among players, owners and coaches could be nearly whispered — until Chris defensive star Chris Jones interrupted the tranquility.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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To convey alterations in tone, volume and emotion, a variable typeface is deployed, showing louder voices in a larger font and whispers in smaller text as well as different display options for pitch, non-speech sounds and music.—
Gus Alexiou,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Rebels have not listed him on their recent availability reports, but ESPN reported early Saturday that Simmons will be a game-time decision.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Declining soil moisture and low streamflow are leading to stress on crops and livestock in the Midwest, according to an online report from DTN Weather.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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An initial jolt of spicy pink pepper dissipates to reveal a rose dripping in honeyed, ambery sweetness, while its leathery base adds strength, dimension, and something a little bit naughty to this fruity-floral triumph of a scent.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Standard blood tests then revealed his liver function to be out of sorts.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Another interesting talk was that of Charles Alpert from Cadence.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Republican lawmakers are upping the pressure on GOP leaders to extend enhanced health insurance subsidies set to expire at year’s end for those with Affordable Care Act coverage, bolstering similar demands from Democrats as part of government funding talks.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Initially, none of your close friends buy your products or support the idea, but as soon as the business takes off, some of them start asking for discounts or even hinting about potential job opportunities with you.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Jared Allen, an elite pass rusher in his day, spoke out and seemed to hint that McCarthy is better than Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Out-of-court testimony, known as hearsay, is generally not allowed at trial, whereas in conspiracy proceedings, a courtroom rule will enable prosecutors to enter into evidence otherwise inadmissible confessions of a conspiracy.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Aug. 2025
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Acting on hearsay, or overreacting emotionally, can create a whole bunch of problems.—
Elizabeth Pearson,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
Verb
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The 47th took place the same afternoon, one state over in Colorado, though no footage has circulated.—
Rebecca Jennings,
Vulture,
11 Sep. 2025
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Videos circulating on social media appeared to show a bullet strike Kirk in the neck while speaking before a crowd, while others show people rushing out of a courtyard.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Rumor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rumor. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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