allegation
Example Sentences
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The source said the investigation had started after police received an allegation of fraud.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Jonathan’s legal team say he is innocent and that the homicide allegation is unfounded.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
However, I fear that you fell foul of the same allegation you made against this man with 22 times his salary.
From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026
Jenny Wiltshire, of law firm Hickman & Rose which represented Menon, said the contempt allegation was "unprecedented".
From BBC • May 12, 2026
Bess Hartman looked at the mother, as if expecting her to deny the daughter’s allegation.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
Vocabulary lists containing allegation
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
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Nelson Mandela "I am Prepared to Die" (1964)
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