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		danielweber on Aug 29, 2014 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: From the startup who allegedly stole software and ... Why the heck is "allegedly" in scare quotes? "Allegedly" is exactly the proper word to use. There were allegations made. We don't know what happened. Also, this drama playing out in public is a very bad idea for all parties involved. EDIT Title no longer has "allegedly" in scare quotes.

grayclhn on Aug 29, 2014 [–]

That's my favorite part. I clicked here expecting more evidence that they stole. "Stole" should be in scare quotes, if anything.

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