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anecdotal

[an-ik-doht-l] / ˌæn ɪkˈdoʊt l /
ADJECTIVE
informal
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But anecdotal evidence suggests they’ve been across most of the government, with the main exceptions being in the immigration and law enforcement and security agencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Some reservists have already served five or more tours since the 2023 Hamas attacks, and there are anecdotal reports of that some are refusing to serve again.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Survey after survey places statistics behind anecdotal testimonies about our inability to romantically connect.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

The Beige Book, published eight times a year, compiles anecdotal reports from businesses, banks, and community groups in each region.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

Dr. Osentowski: I have to give you a little anecdotal thing.

From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones