rumor

Example Sentences

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Genethia Hudley Hayes, president of the board, told The Times that she heard rumors that the author of the report was unhappy, but that she did not seriously look into the matter.

From Los Angeles Times

Rhode Island State Police Superintendent Darnell Weaver called it an “endless barrage of misinformation, disinformation, rumors, leaks and click bait.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Christine Ji reported on how the rumor mill was pushing Oracle’s share price lower.

From MarketWatch

"There was a rumor that one of the turnout gear manufacturers might be using brominated flame retardants in the non-PFAS treated textiles," Stapleton said.

From Science Daily

Giannis Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP for the Bucks, has been mentioned in trade rumors this year, and every time a superstar comes available Madison Square Garden is inevitably floated as a destination.

From The Wall Street Journal