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as in presumed
appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
this treatment is a reputed cure for colon cancer, but studies haven't confirmed that claim
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as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
a reputed oceanographer whose excellent work is known internationally
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Recent Examples of reputed
For a start, there was Scripture—above all, St. Paul (mentioned by the Wife of Bath), whose reputed declaration that women should not be allowed to speak in church lies behind the Roman Catholic ban on female priests.
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Joan Acocella, The New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2023
The son, Ovidio Guzman, is a reputed drug trafficker wanted by the United States.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2023
In May, four reputed members of the Goonies, a faction of the Gangster Disciples, are scheduled to go on trial in a string of killings and other shootings in the Englewood neighborhood from 2014 to 2016.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 15 Nov. 2022
Day arrests of reputed gamblers in a nationwide sports betting ring.
—Richard Goldstein, New York Times, 24 Aug. 2022
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Joan Acocella, The New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2023
The son, Ovidio Guzman, is a reputed drug trafficker wanted by the United States.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2023
In May, four reputed members of the Goonies, a faction of the Gangster Disciples, are scheduled to go on trial in a string of killings and other shootings in the Englewood neighborhood from 2014 to 2016.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 15 Nov. 2022
Day arrests of reputed gamblers in a nationwide sports betting ring.
—Richard Goldstein, New York Times, 24 Aug. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reputed
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In 1932 Chicago police raided an apparent summit meeting of gangsters, and arrested Lansky and five others on vagrancy charges.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
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And with no apparent competition for the starting job, the redshirt junior can focus on his own game rather than competing with the guys around him.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Apr. 2025
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Lost/Mayhem is very upset that their 40 years of hard work building a solid brand, well recognized in the surf culture, a two time US gold medal winner, has been diluted and taken by a reputable pop star.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Mar. 2025
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Takeout fried chicken, whether from a grocery store deli or a reputable fast-food chain, is a perfectly acceptable item to tote to a potluck.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
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In Bangkok, Rick and Frank have just infiltrated the home of Rick’s dad’s supposed murderer, which could easily end in homicide.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
23 Mar. 2025
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Other issues, pointed out by the defense, were the facts that the Alberts’ home — the supposed scene of the crime — was never searched by police and was then sold in the spring of 2023, The Boston Globe reported.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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Further back, Kimi Antonelli in sixth impressed in his Mercedes, setting the fastest lap of the race, while home favorite Yuki Tsunoda fought through to a respectable P12 in his first race for Red Bull.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Episode one debuted on Paramount+ on March 30, and critics have high praise for the series, rating it 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, with audiences following close behind at a respectable 67% rating.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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The presence of at least six US B-2 stealth bombers in the Indian Ocean and a second aircraft carrier in the Middle East only fueled speculation in Israel that a strike was not only possible, but increasingly probable.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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In Europe, projections showed a probable increase in Ambrosia—or ragweed pollen—also linked to rising temperatures.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
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Maxton Hall Season 2 Is Underway — Here’s Everything to Know About the Series' Return When Ruby (Harriet Herbig-Matten) accidentally uncovers an explosive secret at her prestigious high school, millionaire heir James (Damian Hardung) has to keep her close.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Darryn Peterson on Tuesday night joined a veritable ‘who’s who’ in the basketball world in winning co-MVP honors at the prestigious McDonald’s All-America game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2025
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When as natural as possible is your ultimate goal, Jergens is your bestie.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Fans began speculating about a possible Thug album dropping later that night.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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On Tuesday, April 8, past winners of the renowned golf tournament will gather for the Champions Dinner at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Manuel Olivo Ortiz, whose son attended the concert but did not return home, was among those anxiously waiting outside the club known for its traditional Monday parties where renowned national and international artists perform.—
Danica Coto,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Reputed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reputed. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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