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reportedly

American  
[ri-pawr-tid-lee, -pohr-] / rɪˈpɔr tɪd li, -ˈpoʊr- /

adverb

  1. according to report or rumor.

    Reportedly, he is a billionaire.


Etymology

Origin of reportedly

First recorded in 1900–05; report + -ed 2 + -ly

Example Sentences

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However, uncertainty has grown over how much demand there will be from Chinese companies, as Beijing has reportedly been encouraging tech companies to use homegrown chips.

From Barron's

The streaming giant is reportedly mulling whether to amend its already-accepted offer to an all-cash bid to remove a partial stock component that has declined in value since its initial proposal was agreed upon.

From MarketWatch

In the video reportedly filmed at his attorney’s office, the actor said he was informed about the warrant for his arrest on Friday, the same day it was issued.

From Los Angeles Times

The protests, which have reportedly spread to 180 cities and towns in all 31 provinces, were sparked by anger over the collapse of the Iranian currency and soaring cost of living.

From BBC

As the allegations against her husband surfaced, Gilbert went dark on social media, reportedly removing her profile from Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times