slander
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A representative of the RN party told AFP: "Jordan Bardella naturally denies these accusations levelled against him in the current political climate, and reserves the right to take legal action for defamation and slander."
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
The case type is described as "Media and Communication -- Part 7 Claim -- Defamation -- libel and slander".
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
Mr Berry and Mr Cash have previously denied the charges, and Beijing has called the allegations "malicious slander".
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2025
Webber also sued Dash for libel and slander in April 2024.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2025
“I remind you that the penalty for slander is heavy. A fine of thirty pounds or three hours in the stocks. Mistress Tyler would be within her rights to press her own charges.”
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act IV
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