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as in gossiper
a person who habitually reveals personal or sensational facts about others
because her friend was such a compulsive gossip, she couldn't help but wonder if her private life wasn't also being made the talk of the town
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as in chatter
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this
lingered at the water fountain for a little gossip
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
idle gossip can really damage a person's reputation even if it is later proven to be false
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as in to talk
to relate sometimes questionable or secret information of a personal nature
a neighbor who loves to gossip with others about that couple's loud arguments
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Recent Examples of gossip
Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 6 Feb. 2025
The stakes are so low, in these cases, that the stories go down more like gossip than crime.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025
Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 27 Dec. 2024
At Paige and Craig’s party, Salley sits down with Madison and Paige to gossip.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The gossip site also reported that the mother is super happy and the baby is healthy.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 6 Feb. 2025
The stakes are so low, in these cases, that the stories go down more like gossip than crime.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025
Verb
What could be more low stakes than tan, Orange County teens dating, shopping, and gossiping in the fat years before the subprime-mortgage crisis?
—Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 27 Dec. 2024
At Paige and Craig’s party, Salley sits down with Madison and Paige to gossip.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gossip
Noun
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When the crowd broke into chatter and shocked reactions, Gomez hung her head.—
Kaitlyn Huamani,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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In Lorne Michaels’ world, a little loose chatter goes a long way.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2025
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Due to the backlash regarding pro-Palestine statements last year, rumors had circulated that the wearing of symbols showing solidarity would be prohibited.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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More news: LeBron James Seems to Take Shot at Mavericks Owner Following Wild Luka Doncic Comments NBA Star Anthony Edwards Wants Front Row Tickets to Lakers-Mavericks Game For more NBA news and rumors, stay tuned to Newsweek Sports.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Within days, Trump was talking to reporters aboard Air Force One about taking control of the island.—
Adam Price,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Some local speaker will talk on the beauties of Hutchinson as a place to live, a place to trade and a place to visit.—
Kay Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Nearly three months after Drew Barrymore's interview with Martha Stewart went viral after the lifestyle guru playfully pushed away the talk show host during their chat, the 49-year-old actress shared her reaction.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
Fox News,
6 Feb. 2025
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In her chat with PEOPLE, McRae also revealed her beauty routine while on tour.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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Positioned near the far edge of the second row, not the alpha dog position that he is used to, Mr. Trump kept leaning over to speak to Mr. Obama, who smiled and indulged him in cordial chitchat.—
Peter Baker,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2025
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There was a time in the not-so-distant past when people knew their neighbors’ names, made polite chitchat with strangers, and believed in fostering community — so say your older relatives unprompted at every conceivable opportunity.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Gossip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gossip. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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