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untrue

[uhn-troo] / ʌnˈtru /


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"The stories which have emerged from Spain regarding the future of Erling Haaland are untrue," the statement read.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

His team says the accusations of favouritism are untrue and will be fought at every turn, but they cannot be helping.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Beneath the surface, however, Bohm has faced obstacles and oddities, including a frightening elbow infection and a viral social media post touting his generosity that was untrue.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

This in turn has facilitated scientific misconduct by a smaller number of scientists untrue to their calling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The allegation, which was untrue, irritated the detectives into expounding very convincing denials.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote




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