as in defect
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing
the expanding urban sprawl is a blight on the countryside
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Recent Examples of blight
The Editors, National Review, 2 June 2025
This season, despite serious injury blighting his mid-twenties, Patrik Schick has re-emerged as a prolific goalscorer.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
Research shows that these projects can help stabilize property values and strengthen neighborhoods by reducing blight, encouraging investment and creating safer, more attractive environments.
—Deyanira Nevárez Martínez, The Conversation, 14 May 2025
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Noun
It is also blighted by Tanenhaus’s hobbyhorses, which are especially evident in his caviling when promoting his book.
—The Editors, National Review, 2 June 2025
This season, despite serious injury blighting his mid-twenties, Patrik Schick has re-emerged as a prolific goalscorer.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Verb
In a December interview with the Post-Tribune, Gary Mayor Eddie Melton said he was dedicated to deliver on blight elimination projects and lay a foundation for the city’s growth.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
Research shows that these projects can help stabilize property values and strengthen neighborhoods by reducing blight, encouraging investment and creating safer, more attractive environments.
—Deyanira Nevárez Martínez, The Conversation, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blight
Noun
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This doesn’t help since defects cluster and entire batches quietly go rogue while the QA team nods at those green dashboards.—
Raghu Para,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The woman told Matt about a patient at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, James Jansky, who was dying from a heart defect.—
The Tennessean,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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Anything that damages the trust between the vendor, Microsoft, and the user is as much a threat as the hackers themselves, in my never humble opinion.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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White blotches — the frostbitten tissue — swelled on the roof of his mouth, uvula and throat.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
NBC news,
2 July 2025
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Verticillium wilt causes similar blotches and yellowing.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2025
Verb
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However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.—
Olivia Lloyd
July 9,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
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Sophisticated travelers can savor world-class dining, from rich Hakata ramen to the most delicious gyoza, or explore modern art, castle ruins, and shops run by local artisans.—
Mark Lakin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The matter is complicated by the 2022 inflation crisis — the worst in 40 years — and the psychological scars from that episode.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
8 July 2025
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With the scars of the possible anti-LGBTQ+ attack still visible, here was The Sugar Maple, not deterred.—
Jack Albright,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
Verb
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New York legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021 with a bold proposition: put the people harmed by prohibition at the center of legalization.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Common disorders: Conditions like insomnia, depression, perimenopause, menopause, and sleep apnea can disrupt sleep and harm your health.—
Emily Brown,
Verywell Health,
30 June 2025
Noun
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In the final minutes of KPop Demon Hunters, Rumi’s true nature is revealed during a live performance when imposter demons masquerading as Mira and Zoey expose her glowing demon marks to the world.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
12 July 2025
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The chances of running into another mark already used with a similar appearance, sound and meaning seem small.—
Jess Collen,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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This challenges your thinking and awakens curiosity to understand why your assumptions might be flawed.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Why experts say the million-dollar system is flawed Evolv Technologies was also under scrutiny recently.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Blight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blight. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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