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allege

[uh-lej] / əˈlɛdʒ /


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While the complaint against Alfozan does not allege spying activities, US Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton implied in a statement last week that the case had national security implications.

From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026

German prosecutors allege that in 2022 he was a serving officer in the Ukrainian army, external, and he had led a group of professional divers, a boat captain and an explosives expert.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

A suit filed Monday is at least the third to allege Walter and his insurers sold annuities based on misrepresentations and false promises.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

To pay for the labor, inmates allege that individuals outside of the prison are depositing thousands of dollars into the commissary accounts of those waiting on the “Satisfy You” singer.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

Lyons did not allege race discrimination, but if he had, that claim would almost certainly have been a loser too.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander

The prosecution also alleges Chowdhury used sick notes from his doctor as part of the cover-up.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

Plus: OpenAI alleges an ex-employee took confidential files to Apple and two cargo ships sink near the Strait of Hormuz.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

The complaint alleges violations of both federal and state antitrust statutes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026

Now, responding to questions from the BBC, he alleges that Reut - who he refers to as "The Boss" - had "proposed the operation" in Monaco against Vadym Yermolayev.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

But if the defendant alleges new evidence that could lead to a different outcome in the case—or that undermines the reliability of the trial—there is typically a hearing.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

The alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

It alleged that some were attempting to subvert the protests with "unacceptable acts".

From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026

Local media earlier named the alleged attacker as environmental activist Brendan Nugent.

From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026

Police have said little about the alleged attacker's motive.

From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026

Damage to game birds was also alleged, without supporting evidence.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

Weighing on the performance, however, was the company’s longrunning defense against lawsuits alleging its talcum baby powder caused ovarian cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The day after the ruling, Albertsons sued its former deal partner, alleging Kroger didn’t do enough to secure regulatory approval.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

A spokesperson for Bedfordshire Police advised people to be vigilant when approached by online accounts alleging to be public figures or friends.

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

Dolly Parton’s estate is alleging that Bryan Seaver, the country icon’s nephew and former head of security, used a “no trespassing” sign and barbed wire to avoid being served legal documents.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

In a statement to police, Garrett Tison’s attorney claimed she received a phone call from Mr. Tison alleging that guards refused to put him in isolation despite his complaints about receiving threats.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone


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