Smear in writing? Crossword Clue

We have the 5-letter answer for Smear in writing? crossword clue, last seen in the Washington Post Daily Mini Meta Crossword April 25, 2025 puzzle. Sometimes we all need some help finding the answer!

Smear in writing? Crossword Answer

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  • (noun)
    1. a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person
    2. the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks
  • (verb)
    1. print slanderous statements against
  • SMEAR (noun)
    1. an act that brings discredit to the person who does it
    2. a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope
  • SMEAR (verb)
    1. charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
    2. make a smudge on; soil by smudging
  • WRITING (noun)
    1. the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect)
    2. the act of creating written works

Smear in writing? Crossword Clue Q&A

  1. When was Smear in writing? crossword clue used most recently?
  2. What was the most recent answer for Smear in writing? crossword clue?
    • The most recent answer for the clue is LIBEL
  3. What is the 5-letter answer for Smear in writing? crossword clue?
    • LIBEL

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