If the logic holds, I don’t see how the ellipses save Google. As you point out, it is the impression that is formed. And in the case above the 9th clearly holds that there is enough to at least plausibly meet a reckless disregard standard simply on the basis of mere proximity.

I’m also skeptical that a click through link can save the day either. True, 9th doesn’t address that specific issue but it seems odd that a link can turn defamatory content into non-defamatory content.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/daily-mail-face-defamation-suit-914224