TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «RUMOR»
The term «rumor» is very widely used and occupies the
14.348 position in our list of most widely used terms in the
English dictionary.
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10 QUOTES WITH «RUMOR»
Famous quotes and sentences with the word
rumor.
Appreciate the power of rumor, often malicious, no matter how preposterous, within the local populations you are seeking to help.
I did what I could to inflate the rumor I was on my way to stardom. What I was on my way to, by any mathematical standards known to man, was oblivion, by way of obscurity.
The rumor that the state of my health will necessitate my resignation is entirely unfounded.
I've heard rumors about myself that are true - and nobody likes that. But there's actually something very liberating when you hear a false rumor because you realize there's nothing you can do. People are going to say whatever they want - especially on chat boards.
You know, I've never actually really believed that death is inevitable. I just think it's a rumor.
I like James Franco. I think he's really cute. I remember a while ago there was a rumor going around that he was getting married and all my friends and I were freaking out. Yeah, I think he's cute!
It's interesting to see what people are saying about me. I like keep up with the latest rumors! A while back there was a rumor that I was going to do a film with Demi Moore about the takeover of Commodore computers!
I'm frustrated by something, it's my fault for exposing myself to it in the first place. The rumor mill always seemed like a grass fire to me. Why walk out in the middle of the field, it's just going to flame out and go away just like everything else does?
There's a rumor that there may be an attempt at organizing a possible script for a series on my life, which, when you look at my police record, you'd have to have more than one hour to tell the story.
The standard rumor at the time was that Rumsfeld, as chief of staff, had persuaded President Ford to appoint George H.W. Bush as director of Central Intelligence, assuming that that got rid of a potential competitor for the presidency.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «RUMOR»
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rumor in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
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Sixteen months later, having served on the line in one of modern history's ugliest wars, he returned home--physically whole but emotionally wasted, his youthful idealism forever gone. A Rumor of War is more than one soldier's story.
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The Future of Reputation: Gossip,
Rumor, and Privacy on the ...
This engrossing book, brimming with amazing examples of gossip, slander, and rumour on the Internet, explores the profound implications of the online collision between free speech and privacy.
. . . The fourth installment in this favorite series is full of surprises and scares!
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I Heard it Through the Grapevine:
Rumor in African-American ...
These rumors reverberate through Black America. Now, Patricia Turner presents a groundbreaking, comprehensive look at how rumors translate white oppression into folk warnings throughout the African-American community.
Audrey Jones wants to make friends with the new girl in school, Mailee, and she is not sure how Mailee feels about her, so she starts a slam book where people can share their thoughts, but she does not like what she finds out.
Jane B. Mason, Sarah Hines-Stephens, 2010
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Rumor of Angels: Modern Society and the Rediscovery of the ...
Influential scholar Peter L. Berger reveals five signs that point to the supernatural and its place in a modern secular society Acclaimed scholar and sociologist Peter L. Berger examines religion in twentieth-century Western society, ...
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Rumor Mills: The Social Impact of
Rumor and Legend
The goal of this volume is to explore the social and political dynamics of rumor and the related concept of urban or contemporary legend.
Gary Alan Fine, Véronique Campion-Vincent, Chip Heath
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Rumor Psychology: Social And Organizational Approaches
In this work, two expert rumor researchers investigate how rumors start and spread, the accuracy of different types of rumor, and how rumors can be controlled, particularly given their propagation across media outlets and within ...
Nicholas Difonzo, Prashant Bordia, 2007
Sixth graders Jenny McAfee and Addie Wilson have very different personalities but they team up in an effort to make their class dance a success.
He’ll help unleash the new woman in her.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «RUMOR»
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rumor is used in the context of the following news items.
Rumor: 'Wolverine 3′ Will Be Based on Mark Millar's 'Old Man …
But now a new rumor suggests Jackman will be able to give the character a nice sendoff by bringing him into the twilight of his life via the Old Man Logan ... «/FILM, Jun 15»
Rumor: Charlize Theron as Captain Marvel, Angelina Jolie to Direct
According to a source reporting to OK Magazine (via Yahoo), Marvel has been "courting" Jolie for the director's role, who will definitely take the gig if Theron ... «IGN, Jun 15»
Silent Hills Rumored to Come to Xbox One
By Brian AlbertAn anonymous source has reportedly told Rooster Teeth that Microsoft is in talks with Konami to purchase and release Silent Hills as an Xbox ... «IGN, May 15»
The CW President Says Constantine Move "Just a Rumor"
By Matt FowlerDie-hard Constantine fans, who've been in a frenzy since the show was officially axed by NBC last week, have been waiting to hear good news ... «IGN, May 15»
Rumor: Blake Griffin to Trail Blazers?
Spears knows things, which is why we're passing along this particular rumor. But it seems more like a Portland pipedream than a rumor. The Trail Blazers could ... «NBCSports.com, May 15»
Fallout 4 Rumor Puts Reveal At Bethesda's E3 Conference
By Seth G. MacyA German gaming site is reporting a rumor that Bethesda will officially reveal Fallout 4 at the end of its E3 press conference next month. Citing a ... «IGN, May 15»
Rumors have it
Bad news, fans of rational political discourse: A study by an MIT researcher shows that attempts to debunk political rumors may only reinforce their strength. «MIT News, May 15»
Idris Elba Blames Daniel Craig for All Those James Bond Rumors
"Daniel Craig actually set the rumor off. About four years ago he said Idris Elba would be a great Bond, and then it started to creep," said The Wire actor, ... «People Magazine, Apr 15»
Rumor: Warner Bros. Wants Phil Lord and Chris Miller to Direct The …
By Max NicholsonA new rumor suggests that Warner Bros. wants hotshot directing duo Phil Lord and Chris Miller (of 21/22 Jump Street and The LEGO Movie ... «IGN, Apr 15»
Rumor: 'Star Trek' Could Return to TV
Over the weekend, a new rumor cropped up about Star Trek returning to television. We've heard similar talk before, with details ranging from a couple possible ... «/FILM, Mar 15»
