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Dear _________________
A rumor has recently come to my attention. According to this rumor, _________________. This rumor is absolutely false.
I can understand how a kernel of truth might have led to this rumor. _________________.
Please do not fan the fires of gossip by repeating these false statements. And, please, do me the courtesy of asking me yourself if you want to know whether an allegation is true.
Sincerely,
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