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sullied

[suhl-eed] / ˈsʌl id /








ADJECTIVE
soiled
Synonyms






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I had imagined that retirement would offer a life unshackled at last, a blissful new chapter in which workplace anxiety no longer sullied my contentment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

But he has been tipped to potentially replace Thomas Tuchel as England boss after the World Cup and will not want his reputation sullied by a poor end to the season.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

"The defendants' alleged greed not only established an unfair advantage for select bettors, but also sullied the reputation of America's pastime," FBI Assistant Director in Charge Christopher Raia said in a statement.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

It has a history of bad actors who have sullied crypto’s good name by issuing stablecoins that turned out not to be stable.

From Slate • May 21, 2025

The trial should have been an occasion of resolve and solidarity, but was sullied by a breach of faith by Dr. Moroka.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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