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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hearsay

/hɝrzɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does hearsay mean?

noun

Information or a statement that is reported to have been said or done by someone, but cannot be confirmed as true. This information is often based on rumor or gossip.

Example

"The news report was based on hearsay, and the police were unable to verify the details."

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