Corrupt
Libel
Libel verb - To make untrue and harmful statements about.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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In the libel case of Arkell v Pressdram (the company that publishes Private Eye), the lawyers for Arkell (an obviously-corrupt local politician) sent Private Eye a letter informing the Eye that "Our client's attitude to damages will depend on the nature of your reply".
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