reputed
Example Sentences
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Last year, the country’s security service said it had “effectively disabled” a Russian submarine with an underwater drone—a reputed first in warfare.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
The night ended with the skies being lit up by the reputed largest fireworks display ever in the US.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
Besides having foiled some 600 assassination attempts against late leader Fidel Castro, Cuba was reputed for its ability to infiltrate foreign intelligence services and recruit high-ranking informants, particularly Americans.
From Barron's ● Jan. 10, 2026
A new father and still a relative unknown in national legal circles, Tung found an ally in pal Mike Davis, a reputed “judge whisperer” in Trump’s orbit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2025
Phoenix song is magical: it is reputed to increase the courage of the pure of heart and to strike fear into the hearts of the impure.
From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling
