Unfair criticism Crossword Clue

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Unfair criticism Crossword Answer

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LOWBLOW

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(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
(verb)
1. charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
2. make a smudge on; soil by smudging

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CRITICISM (noun)
1. disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings
2. a serious examination and judgment of something
UNFAIR (adjective)
1. not fair; marked by injustice or partiality or deception

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