Rumor meaning in English
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Definition
a rumor (US), a rumour (UK): gossip, an unconfirmed story
Philip has denied all rumors of sleeping with Luna. A lot of people think it's true but no-one knows for sure.
Rumor has it that Luna was Cleopatra in a past life.
Who started the rumor that Icarus is scared of the dark? Do you know who started spreading this story?
Examples
- "Journalist 1 : Mr. Delavigne, would you care to address rumors of your alleged homosexuality once and for all?"
- "If you have seen Stink, or heard any rumors to his location, please contact the lost dog hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week: 1-800-RU MY DOG (1-800-786-9364)"
- "There is a rumor circulating here at the Delavigne Corporation, and in the press."
- "Sigourney : Well I was wondering if you had any comment on the rumours that Bruno Delavigne and Ivana BümBüm are in a romantic relationship."
- "Rumors abound that Wang, one of the most unpredictable players on the Chinese landscape, will use the upcoming perfume congress in Rome to do some shopping."
- "Edward : Well, you know, I just thought that you might be concerned about the rumor."
- "The rumor that you're going to be murdered."
- "No doubt you've heard rumors of the efficiency expert who has been roaming our halls periodically since April."
- "The 15-24 male demographic has been affected by rumors of breast growth by extensive exposure to unisex perfumes."
- "Horatio : Rumor?"
- "Instead, I intend to ruin the reputation of a good man through a combination of rumors, internet research and wild speculation*."
- "Harold : We've heard the rumors, Wang."
- "The "Smellies" will be broadcast live on network television in over 60 countries around the world, so this is a great opportunity for publicity, even if we don't win, though I've heard some rumours, and apparently we're the favourites!"
- "What rumor?"
- "Just one month ago, IFC reportedly made a billion-dollar offer to acquire the innovative American juice store after hearing rumors of the "magical" properties of their products."
- "I hate to be the one to ask this question, but rumors have been circulating that Bruno Delavigne is stricken with the terrible disease known as Anosmia."
- "It is an ugly rumor."
- "There will be a rumor about a product causing health problems.."
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