Definition
造谣中伤 is a four-character idiom (成语) that means to spread rumors in order to slander someone. It is often used in formal or written contexts and carries a strong negative connotation, describing deliberate defamation.
f.e.
to spread rumors to slander someone
Examples
- 造谣中伤。Tā yòng gè zhǒng shǒuduàn zào yáo zhōng shāng jìngzhēng duìshǒu.He used various means to spread rumors and slander his competitors.
- 造谣中伤，。Zhè piān bàodào wánquán shì zào yáo zhōng shāng, háo wú shìshí yījù.This report is completely slanderous rumors, without any factual basis.
- 造谣中伤，。Miàn duì zhèng dí de zào yáo zhōng shāng, tā xuǎnzé le fǎlǜ tújìng wéiquán.Faced with political opponents' slanderous rumors, he chose legal means to defend his rights.
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