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Term: allegedly

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: According to what has been claimed or asserted, but without confirmation or proof.

Sense 1: Popular

Usage: Allegedly is often used in informal conversations or media sources to indicate that a statement or event is widely believed or claimed, but there is no concrete evidence to support it.

Sample Sentence 1: The celebrity allegedly bought a luxurious mansion on the outskirts of the city.

Sample Sentence 2: Many fans were disappointed when their allegedly favorite band canceled their concert without providing a reason.

Sense 2: Local

Usage: Allegedly can also be used in a local context to indicate a claim or assertion peculiar to a specific area or community.

Sample Sentence 3: The local legend has it that the lake is allegedly haunted, and people report seeing mysterious figures at night.

Sample Sentence 4: The small town allegedly has the best ice cream parlor in the entire state according to the locals.

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