tarnish

Example Sentences

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"The Turkish authorities are unfortunately continuing their efforts to further tarnish the country’s already grim record, where 27 journalists were imprisoned last year," RSF's Onderoglu said.

From Barron's

The latest disclosures threaten to tarnish the image of the family and Britain’s relationship with its monarchy.

From The Wall Street Journal

The disclosures threaten to tarnish the image of the British monarchy.

From The Wall Street Journal

While sports may be a more forgiving milieu for him, Wasserman’s reputation within the relatively progressive music industry could be too tarnished for him to remain.

From Los Angeles Times

Some now see this as a poor decision, which tarnished their reputation among more idealistic followers.

From BBC