discolored

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The food was often inedible, and the water was discolored.

From Slate • Feb. 3, 2026

Nonfarmale’s transfer was deemed perfectly done, but discolored varnish was removed, holes and cracks were repaired, and, as is modern practice, restored areas were made congruent with the rest by delicate watercolor cross-hatching.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

They focused on images of Trump’s swollen ankles, puffy face, unsteady gait and a bruised hand, which still appeared to be discolored during Tuesday’s Oval Office event.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

Most notably, in 2016, residents complained about discolored water pouring out of their faucets, with hues ranging from yellow to almost black.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2024

The walls were discolored with patches of nitre.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin