spoil

Example Sentences

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Roberts said he did not believe that whatever restraints the Dodgers might put on Yamamoto would spoil his chances for the Cy Young award, if his performance otherwise warrants it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Saying too much more would spoil all of the fun to be had, but the banana is only the beginning.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

There have been seven nationwide blackouts since 2024, making life more difficult for Cubans who fear food will spoil in refrigerators, among other problems in a country in economic crisis.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

"I told Noel and Liam: 'If I give the sign, there's a reason to stop the show. It means this is life-critical; I'm not doing it to spoil your night,'" he later recalled.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Love Jo all your days, if you choose, but don’t let it spoil you, for it’s wicked to throw away so many good gifts because you can’t have the one you want.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott