tarnished
Example Sentences
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Gates has said he travelled with Epstein on a private jet - one of those facts that have haunted many who have been tarnished by Epstein.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Another told the court he was a "very carefree 17-year-old" whose future had been "tarnished and altered irreversibly" by the "mistake" he made in trusting the older man.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Los Angeles officials announced a $40-million project at the park this week that’s aimed at turning rainstorm runoff into drinking water — and maybe improve the park’s tarnished reputation as well.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
But U.S. firms proved reluctant due to the company’s tarnished reputation, in addition to Congo’s poor infrastructure, limited skilled labor, resource nationalism and reputation for government corruption.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
I wrap my hand around it and pull out my pendant, now tarnished black.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
