expression, ichidan verb
rumors are going around; rumors are spreading
Describes a state where rumors are circulating among people. Often used when the source of the rumor is unclear or when the rumor spreads naturally.
See also: 噂を流す
彼が辞めるという噂が流れている。
There's a rumor going around that he's quitting.
町には変
A strange rumor was spreading through the town.