muckraking (Meaning)
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muckraking (n)
the exposure of scandal (especially about public figures)
Synonyms & Antonyms of muckraking
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muckraking Sentence Examples
- Muckraking journalists fearlessly exposed corporate greed and political corruption during the Progressive Era.
- The muckraking novel "The Jungle" shocked the nation with its graphic depiction of the unsanitary conditions in the meatpacking industry.
- Lincoln Steffens' muckraking articles in McClure's Magazine ignited public outrage against municipal corruption.
- Ida Tarbell's meticulous research on Standard Oil revealed the predatory practices of John D. Rockefeller.
- The muckraking era declined in the early 20th century as trust-busting laws and increased government regulation curtailed corporate abuses.
- Theodore Roosevelt embraced the muckrakers as allies in his fight for progressive reform.
- Modern muckraking journalism often focuses on political scandals, environmental issues, and corporate responsibility.
- The Panama Papers leak exemplifies contemporary muckraking efforts exposing offshore tax havens and financial malfeasance.
- Muckrakers face challenges from powerful individuals and corporations who seek to silence their investigations.
- Despite its potential risks, muckraking remains a vital form of journalism that holds the powerful accountable.
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the exposure of scandal (especially about public figures)
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Muckraking journalists fearlessly exposed corporate greed and political corruption during the Progressive Era.
The muckraking novel "The Jungle" shocked the nation with its graphic depiction of the unsanitary conditions in the meatpacking industry.
Lincoln Steffens' muckraking articles in McClure's Magazine ignited public outrage against municipal corruption.
Ida Tarbell's meticulous research on Standard Oil revealed the predatory practices of John D. Rockefeller.
