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Idiom: Poison Pen

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A manner, means, or tone of expression had by a written work, characterized by spitefulness, defamation, and/or intimidation directed toward a person, organization, or point of view.

Of, pertaining to, or possessing such a manner of expression.

Example Sentences

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She received a poison pen letter accusing her of stealing.
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The politician was a frequent target of poison pen attacks.
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The author used a poison pen to create suspense in her novel.
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The tabloid newspapers are notorious for their poison pen journalism.
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The anonymous blogger used a poison pen to write scathing reviews.

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