blackballing

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And the reason for that compulsive work ethic was her unofficial blackballing by “Tonight Show” host Johnny Carson, for the crime of accepting Fox's offer to host her own talk show.

From Salon • May 14, 2025

“They face industry blackballing and fewer professional opportunities when they speak out,” Williams said.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 23, 2022

Mr. Krikorian says he’s been facing that sort of ideological blackballing for years.

From Washington Times • May 30, 2022

He won a multimillion-dollar settlement in 2019 after he accused the league of blackballing him because of his protests.

From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2020

By the test of blackballing, only the unknown would survive.

From Mankind in the Making by Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)