blacken
Example Sentences
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The spill blackened popular beaches, killed wildlife and hurt tourism and fishing.
All along a block of the avenue, buildings were shattered, blackened, a few collapsed almost completely.
From Seattle Times
Roast the plantains and garlic together for 30 minutes, or until the plantains are blackened and the garlic is soft.
From Washington Post
Inside the old jail, a blackened mix of dirt, rust and mold has crept over the white iron cell doors.
From New York Times
Distraught, he rose and turned toward the blackened entrance of the detention center, just visible in the darkening evening.
From Los Angeles Times
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