allegation
Example Sentences
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A statement from his lawyer Tuesday posted on social media said Swalwell “categorically and unequivocally denies each and every allegation of sexual misconduct and assault that has been leveled against him.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
"I will fight the serious, false allegation made against me. However, I must take responsibility and ownership for the mistakes I did make."
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
"But if the allegation is that insurgents used the market, that makes their claim very baseless."
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
Swalwell has denied the allegation, calling it “flat false” and rejecting any suggestion of wrongdoing.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
In fact, nationwide, most women on death row are awaiting execution for a family crime involving an allegation of child abuse or domestic violence involving a male partner.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
Vocabulary lists containing allegation
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