Thesaurus results for RUMOR

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noun

ˈrü-mər

Definition of rumor

as in gossip

information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy rumor has it that she's planning to shut down the company

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verb

as in to whisper

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 rumor

Noun

When trust collapses, rumors spread faster than pathogens, vaccination campaigns falter and outbreaks grow. — Krutika Kuppalli, STAT, 13 Aug. 2026 Bohm, tied for third in double plays and nearing free agency, faces an uncertain future with the Phillies, with trade rumors and his high salary suggesting a likely departure. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Verb

The 18-year-old had been rumored to be of interest to European giants such as Barcelona and Liverpool. — Spencer Baldwin, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2026 Since then, the project explored casting of the lead role, with a handful of high-profile actresses rumored for it. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rumor

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Noun

That was the evening Hilton, who rose to fame in the early 2000s as a celebrity gossip blogger, appeared to engage in self-harm during a livestream.

— Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 14 Aug. 2026
Lavandeira also defended her brother, who in the early aughts burst onto the internet’s celebrity culture and gossip scene with shocking headlines and often lewd doodles over celeb images.

— Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of gossip

Verb

Deep in the cornfields of northeast Iowa, a cacophony of voices loudly whispered to build a permanent baseball stadium.

— Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
At the end of the third set, Gareth whispered into Marcy’s ear across the table, and her face took on a look of revulsion.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of whisper

Noun

States are also setting up systems that may not adequately track pregnant and postpartum enrollees who should be exempt from the law’s new work requirements, erroneously dropping them from coverage, Burak’s report said.

— Andrew Jones, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
Firefighters brought the blaze under control and the injured were taken to a hospital where some were being treated for burn injuries while others suffered from smoke inhalation and asphyxiation, the report said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of report

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In his post-match press conference after City beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 on Sunday, Maresca revealed that Omar Marmoush is in a similar position.

— Sam Lee, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
The Supreme Court has recognized that phone location records can reveal far more than movement.

— Nicole M. Bennett, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of reveal

Noun

This comes after a first bid of €46 million was knocked back once talks with Real Madrid broke down and Rodri agreed to join the Catalans.

— Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Construction began in late 2023 to build restrooms, a parking lot with 80 spaces, a ranger station, a small amphitheater for ranger talks, and wide paths that will enable access for those with disabilities.

— Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of talk

Noun

Brooks argued that the allegations raised questions about identification, credibility and hearsay.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026
While Westerly has proven not to be – despite internet hearsay – the site of pop megastar Taylor Swift's approaching wedding, the seaside town remains a favorite vacation destination of Swift's.

— Catherine Messier, The Providence Journal, 3 July 2026

Definition of hearsay

Verb

While unsubstantiated claims and speculation circulate online about what led to the killings, Elikann emphasized the importance of following official facts over social media speculation.

— Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
The next shots look like a good match for the dominant strain of COVID that's circulating and should start becoming available soon.

— Rob Stein, NPR, 14 Aug. 2026

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