Zenger

[ zeng-er, -ger ]
noun

  1. John Peter, 1697–1746, American journalist, printer, and publisher, born in Germany: his libel trial and eventual acquittal (1735) set a precedent for establishing freedom of the press in America.

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How to use Zenger in a sentence

  • Andrew Hamilton of Philadelphia defended Mr. Zenger with law, wit, learning, and eloquence.

  • Zenger's lawyer argued that the jury must decide on whether or not the publication was libellous.

    The Colonization of North America | Herbert Eugene Bolton

  • The verdict for Zenger, when it finally came, was the signal for an outburst of popular rejoicing.

    History of the United States | Charles A. Beard and Mary R. Beard

  • Very soon Zenger was arrested, charged with publishing libels against the city officials and the King.

    The Story of Manhattan | Charles Hemstreet

  • Cosby, after the Zenger trial, did what he could to check the liberty of the citizens, but was soon stricken with a fatal illness.

    The Story of Manhattan | Charles Hemstreet

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