noun
- plural of mudsling; instances of throwing mud or mud-like substances, often used figuratively to mean harsh criticism or insults
Usage: informal; often used in political or social contexts
verb
- third-person singular present tense of mudsling; to make harsh, often unfounded attacks or insults against someone
Usage: informal; commonly used in political discourse
Examples
- The political campaign devolved into mudslings between the two candidates.
- She mudslings her opponents rather than discussing policy.
- The debate was filled with mudslings instead of substantive arguments.
- He refuses to engage in mudslings on social media.
- The tabloid mudslings celebrities without regard for accuracy.
- During the election, both sides mudslings relentlessly.
- Mudslings may damage a candidate's reputation but rarely change voters' minds.