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reportedly

American

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

adverb

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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On Saturday, Cherki comes up against a Liverpool side he might have joined in the summer, having reportedly, external met manager Arne Slot for talks.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Beginning April 1, Telegram was set to be completely blocked in Russia, but Russians are reportedly using the app through virtual private networks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The 29-year-old NFL MVP and the Oscar-nominated actor were reportedly married Saturday in California, as revealed by multiple news outlets.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Tiger Woods reportedly called Donald Trump shortly before the legendary golfer was arrested for DUI.

From Salon • Apr. 2, 2026

Behind the curtain, Leah was reportedly excited, Maggie, terrified.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

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