anecdotally

/ˌænɪkˈdoʊtəli/
adverb
  1. Based on personal accounts or stories rather than on scientific evidence or statistics.
    • Anecdotally, many people say they sleep better after drinking warm milk.
    • Anecdotally, the new policy has improved morale, but we need data to confirm it.
    • The teacher noted anecdotally that students who eat breakfast seem more focused in class.
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