blot
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A 5-2 thrashing by Atletico Madrid in September was an early blot in Alonso's copy book, while even when Madrid were winning games, they were not overly convincing.
From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026
Many of the towering sycamore trees and elder oaks — probably far older than even the adult Scout leaders — still blot out the midday sun with new, green leaves sprouting from their charred trunks.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025
Yes, he did so with the help of Hitler and Mussolini, and his proximity to these evil men is a true blot on his record.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025
A black blot suddenly appears on the wall, as if someone hurled an inkpot.
From Slate • Jul. 7, 2025
There was a time when he might have taken this dismissal as a blot upon his honor.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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