blight

Example Sentences

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Slavery shaped the Americas for four centuries, blighting the entire hemisphere.

From Los Angeles Times

But Nasdaq’s IPO laurels were blighted by a swarm of tiny offerings that left investors with steep losses and prompted investigations by regulators concerned over potential pump-and-dump frauds.

From Barron's

The Home Office says shop theft "is completely unacceptable and is blighting our high streets".

From BBC

In Hamilton's case, the reason for the disqualification was an early indication of a problem that would blight much of Ferrari's season.

From BBC

The retired police officer said parts of the town were being blighted by youths wearing balaclavas while also riding electric and off-road bikes.

From BBC