character assassination
Example Sentences
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Lawyers acting for Dean's mother have said the document appears to be a "character assassination" of both him and his family, to keep Pierce beyond reproach.
From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025
When stories like this come out in the news, it can become a character assassination.
From Salon • Oct. 17, 2025
Gjert, who has accused his sons of a "perfect character assassination", was always of a simple belief.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2025
“These allegations are the worst form of character assassination on Lythgoe.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 13, 2024
Once one of Appalachia’s wealthiest men, Blankenship has spent thousands on lawsuits alleging he has been the victim of defamation and character assassination, all of which have been rejected by courts — including the U.S.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 23, 2024
