discoloration
noun
dis·col·or·ation
(ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain
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Simple tests like the float test and checking for odor or discoloration can confirm if eggs are still good.
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Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 17 May 2026
Scrub dirty grout Grout is notorious for trapping dirt and discoloration, and laundry detergent can help loosen the buildup.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Scratching and picking can also delay healing and cause scarring or permanent discoloration of the skin.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 14 May 2026
Bleach can weaken wood, damage the finish, or cause discoloration over time.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
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Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 17 May 2026
Scrub dirty grout Grout is notorious for trapping dirt and discoloration, and laundry detergent can help loosen the buildup.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Scratching and picking can also delay healing and cause scarring or permanent discoloration of the skin.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 14 May 2026
Bleach can weaken wood, damage the finish, or cause discoloration over time.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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