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allegation

[al-i-gey-shuhn] / ˌæl ɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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An Oura spokesperson said the company disputes the allegation and said its sleep-stage estimates have been “validated.”

From MarketWatch Sep. 3, 2026

Through his lawyers, Watts has denied the allegation.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2026

The case stemmed from an assault allegation made to the police by one woman, Woman A, against another, Woman B, who then made a counter assault allegation, in 2018.

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

“Mr. Kubasik categorically denies that he had a relationship with a subordinate and denies that any such allegation was the basis for the negotiated separation agreement,” according to a statement provided by a spokesman.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

In a fit of bluster, he proclaimed, “I make bold to say that every particular allegation in the indictment has been proved.”

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

Egypt’s Foreign Ministry said it was communicating with U.S. authorities about the Treasury’s allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 6, 2026

We have looked at each of the three main allegations and where they sit with the law.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

The row centres on allegations which surfaced during undercover filming by Verbatim Investigations - founded by journalists from the Centre for Climate Reporting - and broadcast by Channel 4 News on Thursday.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

New allegations emerge in the controversy surrounding longtime ‘Wheel of Fortune’ announcer Jim Thornton, who was suspended this week amid an ongoing probe by its production studio.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 4, 2026

Mostly they report the same facts and allegations as earlier in the day, trying to talk to girls who work at the club, hounding its owner as he gets into a car.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee




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