impugn
verb (used with object)
to challenge as false (another's statements, motives, etc.); cast doubt upon.
is impugning
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present progressiveof impugn (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The ad uses the word “you” a lot, inviting the viewer to identify with the person Clinton is impugning.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 12, 2016
"They're saying that citing John Prine's lyrics is impugning them, but Peabody's the one that's publicizing it. They could have just ignored it and continued to fight the issues on the merits."
From US News ● Aug. 5, 2015
