blight

Example Sentences

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Now frozen by British sanctions, the properties have fallen into disrepair, the overgrown lots a blight on an upscale street lined with manicured gardens and iron gates.

From The Wall Street Journal

The decaying structures can invite pests and become a blight.

From The Wall Street Journal

England opener Ben Duckett says greater professionalism this summer will be a major "priority" for him following a winter Ashes series blighted by off-the-field issues.

From BBC

Hodgson's previous spell was blighted by a financial crisis, and this is another job that requires the ship to be steadied.

From BBC

The England and Wales Cricket Board's review came after this winter's 4-1 Ashes defeat, a tour blighted by poor planning, substandard performances and off-field issues.

From BBC