as in to stain
to make dirty
I was not thrilled to have my brand-new car bemired by the spattering mud
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Eating their finger-staining orange snacks.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026 -
How To Remove Stains From Marble Most marble countertops are sealed upon installation to help slow the absorption of liquids that can lead to staining.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
6 June 2026
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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.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
25 Feb. 2026
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With the help of your Instant Pot, spaghetti and meatballs come together in under an hour without dirtying multiple dishes.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2026
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The shrimp basket at B&J's Steak and Seafood includes a half pound of shrimp fried, grilled, blackened or boiled.—
Bill Dawers - For the AJC,
AJC.com,
2 June 2026
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Look for blackened, dim, and flickering bulbs during your inspections and replace those as well.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
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This man is not to be messed with.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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From pet hair to crumbs, this Shark handheld cordless vacuum cleaner can tackle messes large and small, thanks to strong suction and a self-cleaning brush that resists pet hair accumulation.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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And remember to establish good seed to soil contact for optimal results.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Pods are convenient and mess-free, but cost more and lack flexibility for delicate or heavily soiled loads.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
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“Bemire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bemire. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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