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Libel
01
a published false statement that damages a person's reputation
Examples
The celebrity sued the tabloid for libel after it published false and damaging statements about her personal life.
02
a written statement in a legal case, outlining the harmful statements made against someone and what they seek from the court
Examples
The defendant 's legal team responded to the libel with a motion to dismiss, arguing that the statements in question did not constitute defamation.
to libel
01
to publish a false statement that damages a person's reputation
Examples
The journalist was sued for libeling the celebrity in an article.
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