How to use "libel" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "libel" in popular movie and book plots

  • He files a libel lawsuit in the UK against her and her publisher for declaring him a Holocaust denier in her books.  - Denial (2016 film)
  • Cellier herself was convicted of libel and received harsh punishment, including being stoned and imprisoned for a time.  - Pamphlet wars
  • Margaret sues both Walter and the newspapers that printed his version of the story for libel and slander.  - Big Eyes
  • Arline sues for libel when Timmy publishes a story implicating her.  - Back in Circulation
  • She wants to publish libel about the McKinley High glee club to cause conflict between the club's members and destroy it from within.  - Rumours (Glee)
  • Finally, he sues her for libel and the court takes it from there.  - That Wonderful Urge
  • On that occasion, Salah Edin's received an out-of-court libel settlement for the publication.  - Fitna (film)
  • James Thornley, the publisher, instigated libel action against scathing press articles attacking the book and its conclusions.  - The Yellow "M"
  • As faith in the new cure starts to dwindle, Ehrlich is forced to sue Wolfert for libel and in the process exonerate 606.  - Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet
  • The two women intend to file a suit of libel and slander against mrs Tilford.  - The Children's Hour (film)
  • This libel is a clear attempt to destroy Hawthorne's chances for being elected.  - The Big Fix
  • These stories appear in The X-Ray News, which is sued for libel by Mrs Ferrier.  - The Labours of Hercules
  • Martha and Karen sue mrs Tilford for libel but lose their case when Lily fails to testify on their behalf.  - These Three
  • Falwell sues for libel and emotional distress.  - The People vs. Larry Flynt

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