Template:Weasel inline
Some people say that this may be true.[weasel words]
This tag is an inline alternative to the {{Weasel}} tag placed at the top of an article.
This tag will categorise tagged articles into Category:Articles with weasel words.
Note that for "readers and editors seeking to improve" text, this tag "may be less informative than {{Who}}, {{Which}} and {{By whom}}" (WP:WEASEL).
Usage
A date may be appended using:
{{Weasel inline|{{subst:DATE}}}}
or just copy:
{{Weasel inline|date=June 2026}}
To highlight a particular portion of text, enclose it in the |text= parameter:
{{Weasel inline|text=solution|date=June 2026}}
Template data
TemplateData for Weasel inline
The template is used to identify claims in articles, particularly if questionable, that need a citation to a reliable source.
| Parameter | Description | Type | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month and year | date 1 | Provides the month and year of the citation request; e.g., 'January 2013', but not 'jan13'
| String | suggested |
| Applicable text | text | Highlights a particular portion of text | String | optional |
Redirects
Alternate names for this template include:
- {{weasel word}}
- {{weasel-word}}
See also
