Muck-raking In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "muck-raking", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-07-14 03:07

Meaning of Muck-raking

Synonyms:

meddling

Muck-raking American British informal

To indicate the activity of attempting to get negative information about persons or organizations in order to make it public, particularly by news organizations and reporters
 

There was so much muckraking about her love scandal that she decided to put off her live concert.

A famous actor accused his ex-girlfriend of muckraking his private life in the past.

Some damn journalists always make some muckraking about my idol's life.

Origin of Muck-raking

The term “muckraker” was popularized in 1906.
 

The Origin Cited: https://www.khanacademy.org/ .
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