Negative Campaign Attacks NYT Crossword Clue
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Updated Sep 16, 2024
Negative Campaign Attacks NYT Crossword Clue
Let’s find the answers to Negative Campaign Attacks NYT for the September 16, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle.
Hints
- Answer Contains 6 letters
- Start with S and end with S.
- Possible solutions are SABALS,SABHAS,SMEARS.
Answer
The answer to the Negative Campaign Attacks NYT crossword clue is "SMEARS."
The crossword clue "Negative Campaign Attacks" with the answer "SMEARS" refers to deliberate efforts to damage someone's reputation through false or misleading accusations, particularly in a political context. Smear campaigns are commonly used during elections, where one candidate or group spreads unverified or exaggerated claims about an opponent to sway public opinion.
These attacks can focus on personal character, past actions, or associations and are often designed to create doubt or distrust. The term "smears" highlights the underhanded nature of these tactics, which aim to tarnish someone's credibility rather than engage in substantive debate on policy issues.
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