vicious rumour

Examples (10)

• The politician was forced to deny a vicious rumour about his personal life.
• She was hurt by the vicious rumours spread about her by her colleagues.
• It's important not to give credence to every vicious rumour you hear.
• The company's stock plummeted after a vicious rumour about bankruptcy circulated.
• He tried to ignore the vicious rumour but it continued to affect him.
• Journalists are often accused of spreading vicious rumours for sensationalism.
• The vicious rumour about the affair was completely unfounded.
• Be careful what you say, as a vicious rumour can ruin someone's reputation.
• The scandal was fueled by a vicious rumour that circulated through the office.
• Despite attempts to quash it, the vicious rumour persisted for weeks.