spin doctoring
"Spin doctoring" is a term often used in politics and public relations to describe the practice of shaping information to influence public perception.
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Definition
C1Politics
(informal)Shaping information to create a favorable impression or minimize negative impact.
Example
- The candidate's team was accused of spin doctoring after the debate.
C1Public Relations
(informal)Manipulating facts or presenting biased interpretations to influence public opinion.
Example
- The company's PR department engaged in spin doctoring to manage the crisis.
Similar
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