stain

Example Sentences

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According to a separate poll released in March, more than half of voters said they viewed Bass unfavorably, with many pointing to her handling of the devastating Palisades fire as major stain on her reputation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

He knew that slavery would be a permanent stain on his reputation.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2026

It’s a dish that demands you loosen up — lean in, risk the stain, share the strand.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

In an impassioned closing speech, Regan said the vote would be a "stain" on the record of those who did not back the bill.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

It was still a crumpled ball of loose-leaf paper, now with a water stain.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks