defiling
Example Sentences
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That meant a lot to all of us in this community who were dismayed to see hateful messages defiling a shared space where our kids play.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 30, 2022
The song's title is a reference to the Section 295 of the Indian Penal Code which deals with "Injuring or defiling place of worship with intent to insult the religion of any class".
From BBC ● May 30, 2022
"This is a defiling a classic," said another.
From Reuters ● Feb. 13, 2022
"Without being able to arrest people, when we just fine them, they are probably making more money of the production of the things that are defiling the environment," the actor said in his welcome speech.
From Fox News ● Jun. 1, 2021
He hid his terror in his heart, however, and addressed the stranger: “What country is your fatherland? No hateful and defiling lies, I beg you. Tell me the truth.”
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
