as in whispered
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
for years people have been rumoring the CEO's imminent retirement
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Recent Examples of rumored
Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
The incumbent Baltimore Orioles were seemingly out of the race when it was rumored Burnes would land a deal north of $200 million.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Los Angeles Lakers The Lakers have long been rumored to have an interest in acquiring a third star, next to aging All-NBA frontcourt standouts LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
One aspect of Artemis rumored to be immediately under threat is the Space Launch System (SLS), the giant rocket designed to launch Orion to the moon.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Bishop and Annette were rumored to be struggling financially.
—Christine Pelisek, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
For starters, Xbox's Hi-Fi Rush was heavily rumored to launch on the Switch earlier this year but ended up only arriving on PlayStation.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Of those members of the 400-homer club, 16 played for the Yankees and a few others were rumored to be Yankees but ultimately were never acquired for various reasons.
—Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
This made sense when they were rumored to be interested in starting pitchers like Luis Castillo and Garrett Crochet.
—Zach Pressnell, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
George Washington was rumored to have his own recipe, and the concoction was the catalyst of a riot at West Point in the wee hours of Christmas morning 1826.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
The incumbent Baltimore Orioles were seemingly out of the race when it was rumored Burnes would land a deal north of $200 million.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Los Angeles Lakers The Lakers have long been rumored to have an interest in acquiring a third star, next to aging All-NBA frontcourt standouts LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
One aspect of Artemis rumored to be immediately under threat is the Space Launch System (SLS), the giant rocket designed to launch Orion to the moon.
—Andrew Jones, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Bishop and Annette were rumored to be struggling financially.
—Christine Pelisek, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
For starters, Xbox's Hi-Fi Rush was heavily rumored to launch on the Switch earlier this year but ended up only arriving on PlayStation.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Of those members of the 400-homer club, 16 played for the Yankees and a few others were rumored to be Yankees but ultimately were never acquired for various reasons.
—Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
This made sense when they were rumored to be interested in starting pitchers like Luis Castillo and Garrett Crochet.
—Zach Pressnell, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rumored
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But in lieu of a flamboyant, la dolce vita–style lifestyle brand, Bottega only whispered of luxury.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
4 Jan. 2025
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Still, something hit differently when Barlow leaned into Bateman’s ear and whispered those now-iconic words.—
Lindy Segal,
Glamour,
18 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The identity of a third victim who was hospitalized has not been revealed.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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To play, just make your selection in the multiple-choice list and the correct answer will be revealed.—
J. D. Biersdorfer,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This morning’s must reads L.A.’s Rollin’ 60s Crips: The rise of a notorious gang and its reputed boss ‘Big U.’ The Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips have a reputation for violence, sometimes even against fellow members.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Even the reputed permabear who fears a debt crisis is coming believes the best option for the average investor is to simply buy and hold the S&P 500 for the long haul, adding to your position when the market falls.—
Will Daniel,
Fortune,
6 Apr. 2024
Verb
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Back in February, the judge hinted the defamation claim would survive but the extortion claim appeared destined for dismissal.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
8 Apr. 2025
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But DeSantis had hinted previously that his wife, Casey DeSantis, would be a worthy candidate to continue his administration’s legacy.—
Stephany Matat,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The fact that this has occurred in tandem with the widespread use of things like social media or even video calls, things which outright force people to look at themselves for prolonged periods of time, is no coincidence.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
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In addition to providing protection for individuals, the DHS website says that widespread vaccination means that diseases have less opportunity to spread.—
Andrew Montequin,
jsonline.com,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Thus, suggested remedies by the AI might be based on myths and completely unverified sources.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Some Chinese defense scholars have suggested that the PLA must devolve decision-making power down the chain of command in order to take full advantage of emerging technologies.—
Sam Bresnick,
Foreign Affairs,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The issue is prevalent in the US as well, with 60 million Americans experienced a mental illness in the past year, based on data from Mental Health America.—
Tracy Brower,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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Despite these developments, however, dissonance has remained prevalent in their relationship as the Kremlin's attention increasingly turned to Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Since at least 2009, a persistent rumor has circulated on the Internet that farting (passing gas) burns up to 67 calories per fart.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
4 Jan. 2025
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Claims circulated Rashford had gone out the night before — on the Friday, 48 hours before the game — with accounts reaching people at United.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Rumored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rumored. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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