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Offensive and abusive language or behaviour
Plural for a scornful or hurtful expression (or act)
“Formerly considered an offensive slur, the colorful term has now been embraced by much of the community.”
Plural for an insinuation or allegation about someone that is likely to insult them or damage their reputation
“The deputy director opened his mouth to refute this slur on his department, but the Chief of Police did not give him a chance to air his views.”
Plural for an imperfection, fault, or bad name associated with someone or something
“You were involved in the arrangement that has left a permanent slur on my good name.”
Plural for the act, or an expression, of criticism, censure or condemnation
Plural for a declaration of fault or blame against another
Plural for a derogatory hint or reference to a person or thing
Plural for a joke, typically a critical or unkind one
To make insulting or damaging allegations or insinuations about
“I will only say that I was not trying to slur the integrity of the committee on Agriculture.”
To mumble or speak words inarticulately
“When he became weak or exhausted, he would, as we say, slur his speech.”
To run words together while speaking
“Gloria was trying not to slur her syllables too much, and the effect was quite comical as she adopted what was close to being a lisp.”
To alter something from its true state, typically to deceive
To say something in a low or barely audible voice
To cause to feel upset, annoyed, or resentful
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