as in to rumor
to make (as a piece of information) the subject of common talk without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
please don't bruit accusations about without confirming them first
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Now, it’s rumored that Swift and Kelce will tie the knot at New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden over the Fourth of July weekend.
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The reception is rumored to be at the five-star Savoy Palace hotel, where rooms go for about $350 a night.
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This week's quiz highlights cruise controversies, wedding whispers — and much more.
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Recalling a former boss who whispered intimate good-byes to his appliances when his restaurant closed, Luca says that the head chef didn’t receive similar farewells from his employees.
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Studies reveal a growing 'proximity bias,' where in-office employees are more likely to receive promotions and recognition, with career prospects for remote workers declining.
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The alleged rape was reported by The Athletic in May, though the identity of the player was not revealed at the time.
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“Bruit (about).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bruit%20%28about%29. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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