anecdotal

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Some reservists have already served five or more tours since the 2023 Hamas attacks, and there are anecdotal reports of that some are refusing to serve again.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

In the Fed’s anecdotal look at the economy, businesses repeatedly mentioned their rising healthcare costs.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026

The report gathers anecdotal information on current economic conditions from the Fed’s 12 regional banks.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

Instead “it does appear from anecdotal reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has shifted its activities from the core cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to the state’s suburbs, exurbs and small towns.”

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Dr. Osentowski: I have to give you a little anecdotal thing.

From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones