as in to rumor
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
please don't bruit accusations about without confirming them first
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She was previously rumored to be Trump’s pick for secretary of Agriculture before the role went to Rollins.—
Julia Mueller,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025 -
Landry has been a staunch Trump supporter and was rumored to be considered for a spot in the president's cabinet.—
Carlie Kollath Wells,
Axios,
17 Jan. 2025
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The pair spent the evening cozied up at their table, whispering and sharing several kisses throughout the night.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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That is generally French for saying that yes, a dog can whisper.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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After his son burst into the room, Gordon turned to the boy and revealed the excuse for his violent outburst, Brandon said.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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The answers can help reveal whether something else is being overlooked.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Bruit (about).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bruit%20%28about%29. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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