allege
verb (used with object)
to assert without proof.
had alleged
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past perfectof allege.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Musk had alleged that he was manipulated into thinking he was donating tens of millions of dollars to help launch a nonprofit, only for OpenAI to be turned into a for-profit venture.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026
Musk had alleged that the artificial intelligence firm, which was founded as a not-for-profit, “stole a charity” when it evolved into a for-profit company.
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
The insurers had alleged that they were shielded from antitrust liability under both California and federal law due to a certain legal doctrine.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 16, 2026
During the trial, Baldwin's lawyers had alleged police and prosecutors hid evidence - a batch of bullets - that could have been connected to the shooting.
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026
Driven from this refuge he had alleged the difficulty of separating mother and daughter, and agreed to refer the decision to his wife in full confidence that she would share his own fears.
From Life of Edward Earl of Clarendon — Volume 02 by Edward Hyde, Earl of Clarendon
