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Defamed Crossword Clue
There are 11 exact and 21 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
LIBELLED which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
LIBELLED
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "LIBELLED" which means:
- noun
- • A false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person
- • The written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks verb
- • Print slanderous statements against
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was libelled by the tabloid newspaper."
- • "The author claimed that she was libelled in the article."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick28 Aug 2021 | Across 17 | |
| The Guardian Quick05 Apr 2019 | Across 17 | |
| New York Times26 Aug 1986 | Across 20 | |
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