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Which pair correctly matches the two words?

Libel is printed, slander is spoken.

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  1. Libel is spoken, slander is printed
  2. Libel is printed, slander is spoken ✔
  3. Both words mean spoken insults

Why: Libel refers to published false statements, while slander refers to spoken false statements.

Huh, didn't know that: Libel refers to published false statements, while slander refers to spoken false statements.

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Libel is in writing, so it leaves a paper trail.
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Answer: Libel is printed, slander is spoken. Libel refers to published false statements, while slander refers to spoken false statements.

  1. Scouting America: Journalism www.scouting.org/merit-badges/journalism
    explain the terms libel, slander, defamation, fair comment and criticism, public figure, privacy, and malice
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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