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Recent Examples of discolor
Additionally, some algae can discolor water, pile up on beaches or contaminate drinking water.
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Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
The deep green, glossy leaves of the peace lily can discolor when the plant has outgrown its pot and can no longer obtain enough nutrients or water from the surrounding compost.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
24 May 2026
Cheap silicone products may smell strongly, feel greasy, discolor quickly or develop a chalky texture over time.
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Ryan Brennan
may 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2026
Also, be careful using products like hydrogen peroxide, which can discolor the fabric.
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Bridget Reed Morawski,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
The deep green, glossy leaves of the peace lily can discolor when the plant has outgrown its pot and can no longer obtain enough nutrients or water from the surrounding compost.
—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
24 May 2026
Cheap silicone products may smell strongly, feel greasy, discolor quickly or develop a chalky texture over time.
—
Ryan Brennan
may 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2026
Also, be careful using products like hydrogen peroxide, which can discolor the fabric.
—
Bridget Reed Morawski,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for discolor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discolor
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Powder sunscreens are having a moment as makeup wearers look for easy midday reapplication that won’t smudge foundation.
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In my opinion, a good mascara doesn’t smudge, adds length and volume to my lashes, and shouldn't cost more than $20.
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Some passengers reported soiling themselves in their seats.
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The establishment remained closed after a reinspection, during which health inspectors observed unresolved violations including food stored at unsafe temperatures, multiple flies in the kitchen, soiled flooring under cooking equipment among others.
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Wrap silver items in felt or tarnish-resistant fabric before placing them in the container.
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The opposition vastly outspent the proponents, but analysts also attributed the loss to the lack of voter trust in city government, where years of fiscal struggles and bad real estate transactions have tarnished City Hall’s image.
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The kernels should develop dark golden spots without becoming overly blackened.
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One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
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The restaurant sources its birotes from Duran’s to make the open-face, bean and cheese-smeared breakfast sandwiches popular throughout Mexico.
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That slows down the process of multiple shockwaves merging into larger ones and allows the atmosphere to weaken the smaller shockwaves to smear out the sharp pressure change into a more gradual increase.
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The solution is to support federal and state legislation that encourages lower-cost, less-polluting renewable energy to speed up the transition away from environmentally damaging fossil fuels.
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Plastics degrade into microplastics, which in humans have been linked to cancer, reproductive problems, and other health issues, and which are polluting ecosystems from coral reefs to Antarctica.
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The spoon even comes with measuring lines for a teaspoon and tablespoon, saving you from having to dirty another utensil.
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But as filming continued, Pidgeon appeared to dirty her butter blond with caramel and chocolate shades similar to Bessette-Kennedy’s, thanks to stylist Kari Hill.
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Semi-sheer, marbled accent nails look like they’ve been stained with blackberry juice.
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Dressing up for warmer weather can be a challenge since plush fabrics like silk can easily stain and aren’t as breathable.
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“Discolor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discolor. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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