defamation of character
Example Sentences
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"We believe these comments potentially amount to defamation of character," Ball said, adding, "and are exploring options to ensure the Congressman's name emerges from these slanderous remarks unscathed."
From Salon • Apr. 20, 2022
“This willful defamation of character has injured both individuals and the organization,” Villanueva wrote in the letter, dated Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2022
Kefas was charged with defamation of character, injurious falsehood, inciting disturbance, and cyberstalking.
From Slate • Dec. 28, 2021
Furthermore, the courts have recognized that government officials and other public figures might try to silence press criticism and avoid unfavorable news coverage by threatening a lawsuit for defamation of character.
From Textbooks • Jul. 28, 2021
To liken it to the smell of tobacco would give civilized mankind a claim against me for defamation of character.
From Behind the Bungalow by Aitken, Edward Hamilton
