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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

Initial official accounts had alleged Pretti brandished his gun.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

It was found to have only one, as his opponent had alleged.

From Lives of Eminent Zoologists, from Aristotle to Linnæus with Introductory remarks on the Study of Natural History by MacGillivray, William