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allegation

[al-i-gey-shuhn] / ˌæl ɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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The broadcaster denied approaching Farage's daughter when he initially made the allegation.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

There is no allegation more serious that can be levelled at an academic.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

“Any allegation DHS and ICE are attempting to ‘squash’ free speech is categorically FALSE,” the spokesperson said.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

In an interview with investigators, according to the D.A. memo, Giandomenico said he believed the allegation was unfounded and suggested it may have been motivated by internal politics.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

In a fit of bluster, he proclaimed, “I make bold to say that every particular allegation in the indictment has been proved.”

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

Baldoni denied wrongdoing and accused Lively of concocting false allegations as part of an effort to wrest creative control of the film.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

The filing states that the agreement does not amount to an admission of liability or wrongdoing by Meta, which has consistently denied the allegations.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

"And then they worked through and put several allegations to her that she'd shared confidential information."

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

TWG Global — the holding company of Dodgers owner Mark Walter — rejected allegations of financial impropriety in the purchase and operation of the Dodgers and reiterated the team is not for sale.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

Yet, however much the tone of the article suggested otherwise, even if true, the allegations were trivial.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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