Leaked
/ˈliːkt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Disclosed or released confidential or private information unlawfully or without authorization.
The leaked documents revealed insider details of the merger.
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Commentary
Used primarily as an adjective to describe information released improperly; careful distinction from intentional legal disclosure is important.
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