marred
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However, the inaugural event was marred by a triple-digit heat wave and was a financial disaster.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
General Motors said Wednesday it sold 626,429 vehicles between January and March, and that the early part of the quarter was marred by "severe winter weather," while March emerged as a "much stronger month."
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
It’s a shame Mueller’s long record of service was marred by ill-judged decisions made in this era of acrimony and confusion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026
Eventually, mum and baby were deemed well enough to fly home but the couple's happiness was marred by news from the insurance company.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
The paper king's later years were marred by tragedy.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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