Buzz
Buzz noun - Information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy.
Usage example: the buzz is that this would-be blockbuster will be the bomb of the summer
Urban legend and buzz are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Urban legend" instead a noun "Buzz".
Urban legend
Urban legend noun - A story that appears mysteriously and spreads spontaneously in various forms and is usually false; contains elements of humor or horror and is popularly believed to be true.
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Synonyms for Urban legend
Buzz and urban legend are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Buzz" instead a noun phrase "Urban legend".
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