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a type of journalism that seeks to expose corruption or wrongdoing in politics or business
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The journalist engaged in muckraking to uncover corruption within the government.
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The reporter was muckraking to dig up some dirt on the local politician.
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The blogger was muckraking to spill the tea on the celebrity scandal.
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The activist's muckraking efforts aimed to expose the hidden truths behind the industry's practices.