reputedly

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Reputedly, he destroyed hundreds of his own negatives, and the celluloid was melted down -- and some of it used as raw material to make soldiers' boots during World War I.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Reputedly, he kept copies of Austen’s works in all his residences, and her dedication of “Emma” was a response to well-wishers hoping the author might benefit from royal patronage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Reputedly the largest independent bookstore in Southern California, the store has two locations in Pasadena, two boutiques at LAX airport, and an e-commerce site.

From New York Times • Feb. 8, 2024

Reputedly a former speak-easy, it was first home to Seattle’s legendary, 50-seat Empty Space Theatre.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2022

Reputedly, they won’t come until you win, yet win Miami has, by 69-18 over then-No.

From Washington Post • Nov. 12, 2017