stain

Example Sentences

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It was pink and soft, with a satin edge and an oval stain caused by a regrettable interaction with Silly Putty.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

He knew that slavery would be a permanent stain on his reputation.

From Slate • Feb. 16, 2026

Netflix created several product tie-ins for “Stranger Things,” a family hit popular with children and their parents, including Doritos, Gatorade and a Tide stain fighter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

It’s a dish that demands you loosen up — lean in, risk the stain, share the strand.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

I rubbed at the coffee stain on my white shirt.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence