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Hyperlinks can be used as evidence in litigation, and Wikipedia's practice of wikilinking (a form of hyperlinking) words and phrases to other relevant articles at Wikipedia may be a relevant defense in legal actions if Wikipedia or its editors are ever sued for defamation.