
Put about
Negative Nuance
Often used when the spread information is negative or meant to harm reputation.

Someone has put about a scandalous story about the politician.
Intentional Spreading
Implies an active effort to share information, not accidental.

He deliberately put about the rumor to sabotage her career.
Not Always True
Information might be false, unverified or speculative.

There’s been a lie put about that the restaurant is closing.
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