name-calling

noun

name-call·ing ˈnām-ˌkȯ-liŋ

: the use of offensive names especially to win an argument or to induce rejection or condemnation (as of a person or project) without objective consideration of the facts

Examples of name-calling in a Sentence

the campaign quickly degenerated into name-calling rather than an intelligent discussion of the issues

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According to court documents, ACS in 2023 started the process of removing the infant from her father, who was accused of being physically and verbally aggressive with Ms. W — including name-calling, slapping her, and ripping out her hair, according to court documents. —

Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2025 The two presidents appeared to have a friendly conversation and relationship amid the transition of power, despite the name-calling and tumultuous history between them. —

Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 22 Jan. 2025 Thursday’s action ends more than a year of legal battles and name-calling in Trump’s bid to make the 16.4-acre estate profitable. —

Miami Herasld Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025 In the Instagram video, Tammy acknowledged fans were angry with her and apologized for name-calling, but said that Amy had humiliated her and acted carelessly. —

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