Associations to the word «Muckrake»

Wiktionary

MUCKRAKE, noun. A rake for scraping up dung.
MUCKRAKE, verb. (intransitive) To search for and expose corruption or scandal, especially as a form of investigative journalism.

Dictionary definition

MUCKRAKE, verb. Explore and expose misconduct and scandals concerning public figures; "This reporter was well-known for his muckraking".

Wise words

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