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muckrake

/mʌkrɛɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does muckrake mean?

noun

A person who investigates and exposes corruption or scandal, especially in politics or business. A rake for raking up muck, especially in a thorough or meticulous manner.

Example

"The journalist was known as a muckraker for her investigative reporting on corporate malfeasance."

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