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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She was previously rumored to be Trump’s pick for secretary of Agriculture before the role went to Rollins.—
Julia Mueller,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025 -
In fact, he is already rumored to be headed for a boxing match with former UFC opponent and light heavyweight champion Rashad Evans.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Trump and Vance families whispered and shook their heads.—
German Lopez,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Dive into Miami’s vibrant diversity and see the destination in a new light where creativity knows no bounds and history whispers from every corner.—
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2025
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After his son burst into the room, Gordon turned to the boy and revealed the excuse for his violent outburst, Brandon said.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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Breaking down Nurse and Kulak with and without each other at five-on-five is revealing.—
Allan Mitchell,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Bruit (about).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bruit%20%28about%29. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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