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Hearsay

usgb/ˈhɪrseɪ/Volume
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Verify First

Check the truth before trusting hearsay, as it may be false or misleading.

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Don't believe the hearsay about the haunted house until you've seen it yourself.
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Social Caution

Sharing hearsay can harm reputations; think carefully about repeating unconfirmed info.

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She spread hearsay about the celebrity, and it turned out to be a baseless rumor.
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Not Evidence

In casual conversation, hearsay is not strong proof, so use it cautiously in discussions.

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His argument was weak because it was based on hearsay rather than facts.
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