bespatter
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You have sought to bespatter me in the eyes of France.
From Travels in France during the years 1814-15 Comprising a residence at Paris, during the stay of the allied armies, and at Aix, at the period of the landing of Bonaparte, in two volumes. by Sir Archibald Alison
"For that reason," she answered sharply—"lest the disgrace bespatter my kinsman, Sir Peter, and his sweet lady."
From The Reckoning by Robert W. (Robert William) Chambers
Far be it from me, however, to bespatter his character by avowing him negligent in performing his duty in this case, whilst lauding him for his honest devotion to his masters.
From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 94, August, 1865 by Various
To spot, stain, or bespatter, as with ink.
From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Noah Webster
And knock down worth, bespatter merit: Don't stint—all will your scandal credit.
From Fables of John Gay (Somewhat Altered) by John Gay