stained
Example Sentences
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Property damage looks like stained carpeting, unusual paint colors or damaged appliances.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Blood stained the white limestone rocks, blending in with the West Bank's distinctive reddish soil.
From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026
Built on the site of Andrew Jackson’s headquarters in the War of 1812 and replete with marble staircases and stained glass, the hotel dates to 1908.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Amalfitano’s dad stained the wood used for the stages.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
I wheeled my bike into the hallway, feeling stained.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
