stained
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PARIS—Billionaire tech investor Masayoshi Son was in despair three years ago—his reputation stained by bad startup bets and his company’s stock price cut in half.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Property damage looks like stained carpeting, unusual paint colors or damaged appliances.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Blood stained the white limestone rocks, blending in with the West Bank's distinctive reddish soil.
From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026
Amalfitano’s dad stained the wood used for the stages.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
Dust stained the knees and sleeves of his linen suit.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
