Synonyms for Hearsay & Similar Words

Definition of hearsay

adjective
  1. heard through another rather than directly; "hearsay information"
noun
  1. gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

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Writing tips for "hearsay"

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"Hearsay" in song lyrics

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  • "Feds, hearsay"
    MF Grimm — Vultures
  • "Don't believe all the hearsay"
    Showbiz & A.G. — Soul Clap (Original)
  • "admissible hearsay"
    AOL — AOL

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