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defamations
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a false statement damaging a person's reputation
- She filed a lawsuit for defamation after the false accusations were published.
- The actor was upset about the defamation spreading on social media.
- Defamation claims can be difficult to prove in court.
- He was distressed by the defamation that tarnished his professional reputation.
- Defamation of character can lead to significant legal consequences.
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the act of wrongly accusing someone through false statements or distorting their words or actions
- Her career took a hit after a defamation campaign spread false stories about her.
- The journalist faced legal action for the defamation of the city's mayor in his article.
- The company filed a lawsuit against its competitor for defamation related to a misleading advertisement.