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tarnish

[tahr-nish] / ˈtɑr nɪʃ /


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Critics said the four-door model would tarnish Ferrari's image as an exclusive supercar brand.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Cervantes further alleges that unknown parties within the Sacramento Police Department leaked news of her arrest to the press in a deliberate attempt to tarnish her reputation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

While even reliable AI detectors can produce false results, researchers say a crop of fraudulent tools has emerged online, easily weaponized to discredit authentic content and tarnish reputations.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Shares of gold miners have been in the dumps this month, as investors have expressed fears over how the Iran war will tarnish the value of the precious metal.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

And he was withal as clear and candid; not a blemish or spot to tarnish his reputation.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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