tarnished
Example Sentences
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Gates has said he travelled with Epstein on a private jet - one of those facts that have haunted many who have been tarnished by Epstein.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
"If you talk about the integrity of Southampton Football Club, that's now been tarnished," Adkins told BBC Radio 5 Live.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
The few lawyers who actually litigate—who take depositions, argue motions and go to trial—suffer when their profession is tarnished by a questionable adjacent business model.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Newspaper reporting and books over the last 20 years had already tarnished the halo some affixed to Chávez after his death, Garcia said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Rivera cracked open the door, peering over the tarnished gold chain latch, I said, “Can I come in?”
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
