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"Weasel word" (or, "anonymous authority") is an informal term for words or phrases that are intended to form an impression that a specific and/or meaningful statement has been made, when only a vague or ambiguous claim has been communicated, enabling the specific meaning to be denied if the statement is challenged.
Bearing that in mind, numerically vague expressions such as "some people", "experts", and "many" can be utilized.
"Many experts agree that some people would benefit greatly by using this product.", for example.
Spurious authority is used, for example, by saying something such as "It has been decided..." without stating by whom.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 9y agoMaybe, possibly, perhaps, somewhat... Weasel words let us get away with not being specific.
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