marred
Example Sentences
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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 is now 20 years since the term "phone-hacking" entered the public consciousness, and 15 years since the News of the World closed - a tabloid marred by the scandal.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 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
The early months of his tour were marred with various obstacles, including health-related cancellations, in addition to the arrest, which he did not directly address in his note to fans.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
Will their beauty always be marred by memories of Mobius?
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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