impugning

present participle of impugn

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for impugning
Verb
  • Finally, Assad’s fall has fueled domestic discontent among loyalists to the regime in Tehran, with some calling the loss a strategic blunder and openly criticizing the government on state television.
    Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
  • While most have become accustomed and perhaps even oblivious to McGregor’s online rants, openly criticizing a business partner is a little dicey.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Immigration advocates will host a press conference denouncing the partnership.
    Verónica Egui Brito and, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Student activists are denouncing Khalil's arrest as an attempt to use deportation to stifle free speech.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • These investigations include inquiries into safety violations by SpaceX and an SEC lawsuit accusing Musk of securities fraud.
    Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 25 Feb. 2025
  • The post quickly sparked outrage, with many Reddit users accusing the neighbor of manipulation.
    Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The statement sparked outrage with GOP lawmakers, who slammed Allstate for not explicitly condemning terrorism.
    Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Back at the office, Helly receives news of her resignation request - her outie denied it, condemning her to a lifetime of work.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Impugning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impugning. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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