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The Clue
Part of many a smear campaign (8 letter answer)
The Answer
INNUENDO
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Notes
The answer INNUENDO is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Imputation
Derogatory suggestion
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Dirty campaign technique
Definition
INNUENDO as a noun:
1. (insinuation, innuendo) = an indirect (and usually malicious) implication