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tarnish

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﹒To lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture.

﹒To dull or destroy the purity or luster of something, such as one's reputation.

Examples

﹒The constant exposure to moisture began to tarnish the silver candlesticks.

﹒His reputation was starting to tarnish after the scandal was made public.

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