deface

Example Sentences

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If we build it, they will deface it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2024

But police have gone further, declaring an exclusion zone around the Cenotaph and stationing a 24-hour guard around the memorial, amid concerns that some protesters may seek to deface it.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 11, 2023

One survey published in November of last year suggested public support of climate protests may dip after demonstrations such as pretending to deface art.

From National Geographic • Jul. 19, 2023

Jack also flat-out tells Keeley she's jealous — so much so she's willing to deface a first edition Jane Austen.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2023

“Well, no one said not to deface the mountain.”

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor