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purportedly

[per-pawr-tid-lee] / pərˈpɔr tɪd li /




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We’re asked to trust the writers but have no means to verify their disclosures, some of these purportedly from the very heart of the presidency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Safety was purportedly the concern with Artan, whose interrogation was conducted by the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Benz's story highlights a familiar script: an emotionally charged call purportedly from a loved one in trouble -- arrested, in a car accident or caught up in a crime -- who needs money.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The DOJ is purportedly seeking to charge the nonprofit with money laundering and obstruction.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

The most speculative option involved element 94, that purportedly hyperfissionable substance discovered in Lawrence’s laboratory.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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