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Rareallege
The correct spelling is allege.
How to pronounce allege
verb
IPA: /əˈlɛdʒ/
Say it like: All-eje
The correct spelling is allege. To state under oath, to plead. For example: "The agency alleged my credit history had problems."
Usage Examples
“The agency alleged my credit history had problems.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To state under oath, to plead.
- 2.To cite or quote an author or his work for or against.
- 3.To adduce (something) as a reason, excuse, support etc.
- 4.To make a claim as justification or proof; to make an assertion without proof.
- 5.To lighten, diminish.
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