blackwash

[US]/blækwɒʃ/
[UK]/blækˌwɑːʃ/

Translation

vTo attempt to conceal or justify wrongdoing by making misleading or false statements.; To damage the reputation of someone or something by spreading false information about them.
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Phrases & Collocations

blackwash someone's reputation

a blackwashing campaign

blackwash their actions

blackwash the truth

Example Sentences

they tried to blackwash the company's reputation after the scandal.

it's unfair how the media tends to blackwash certain celebrities.

he felt that his achievements were being blackwashed by his critics.

the documentary aimed to blackwash the historical figure's actions.

political opponents often blackwash each other during campaigns.

they used social media to blackwash their rival's reputation.

blackwashing can lead to serious consequences for public figures.

many believe that the blackwashing of history can distort public perception.

she accused the journalist of trying to blackwash her career.

the campaign was designed to blackwash the opponent's policies.

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