black eye
Example Sentences
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That naturally contributes to the fund’s volatility, and in the past led to a significant black eye.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The play was such a black eye that it was widely credited with putting an end to the standoff between the NFL and its referees.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
The problem is a black eye for Hyundai as it ramps up sales of the redesigned Palisade, one of its most popular models.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
“I’m not looking to change the face of rock and roll,” Garcia said, “but maybe we’ll put a couple stitches in, give it a black eye, so to speak.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
The photographer was now circling the fishbowl with the black eye of the camera aimed at Ralph.
From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
