stain

Example Sentences

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Siri snafus have been a stain on Apple’s reputation.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

To be both fair and perfectly clear, enjoying “Obsession” isn’t a stain on someone’s intellect or an indication of their moviegoing acumen.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

But Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares denounced the detention of Abu Keshek as "illegal", saying it would further stain deteriorating bilateral ties.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

My nails are more likely to be covered with wood stain than polish, we haven’t been eating out, and we’ve been trying to walk and bike more to save on gas.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The wick had long since burned away, and all that remained of the oil was a faint greyish stain.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver