anecdotal
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A remarkable dividend of the new approaches to crime and welfare, one with only anecdotal rather than social-science evidence, was a dramatic thaw in race relations, as fear and resentment abated.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
These are just anecdotal examples, and it will be the job of the watchdog to decide if there are wider problems in the sector.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
Survey after survey places statistics behind anecdotal testimonies about our inability to romantically connect.
From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026
The Beige Book, published eight times a year, compiles anecdotal reports from businesses, banks, and community groups in each region.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 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
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