as in defects
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing
the first mirror had a blemish on its surface, so we took it back to the store
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as in stains
to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable
a single indiscretion blemished the rabbi's reputation for years
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as in damages
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
a scratch blemished the finish on the car
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Recent Examples of blemishes
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Unafraid to call out her blemishes, which are really just her best qualities.
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Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
25 June 2026
Some other standouts include a collagen glow mist for bouncy, plump skin at under $15, as well as viral toner pads to soothe blemishes and even out skin tone for under $20.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
25 June 2026
While small blemishes are normal, larger cracks or cuts can be a sign of over-handling, which might affect its taste and food safety.
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Verywell Health,
25 June 2026
For under-eyes, blemishes or small scars, a wand or pen is the right form factor.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 24,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
Avoid buying produce with cracks, cuts, or blemishes.
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Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
My dream foundation is one that conceals blemishes but is so imperceptible that people will ask me about my skin care routine.
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
When shopping for fresh peaches, seek out fruit that smells fragrant and sweet, is free of bruises or blemishes, and is slightly firm with a little give.
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Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
Noun
In a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment, the actress used the Solawave 4-in-1 Red Light Therapy Wand, which our writer raves about for its ability to heal blemishes and smooth wrinkles.
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Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Unafraid to call out her blemishes, which are really just her best qualities.
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Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
25 June 2026
Some other standouts include a collagen glow mist for bouncy, plump skin at under $15, as well as viral toner pads to soothe blemishes and even out skin tone for under $20.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
25 June 2026
While small blemishes are normal, larger cracks or cuts can be a sign of over-handling, which might affect its taste and food safety.
—
Verywell Health,
25 June 2026
For under-eyes, blemishes or small scars, a wand or pen is the right form factor.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 24,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
Avoid buying produce with cracks, cuts, or blemishes.
—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
My dream foundation is one that conceals blemishes but is so imperceptible that people will ask me about my skin care routine.
—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
When shopping for fresh peaches, seek out fruit that smells fragrant and sweet, is free of bruises or blemishes, and is slightly firm with a little give.
—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blemishes
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Roughly one-third of congenital heart defects in children with Down syndrome resolve naturally, and many need only a minor intervention.
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These defects do not occur naturally but are created.
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When that protective finish gets damaged, the toilet actually stains easier and is harder to keep clean over time.
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What Sacks doesn’t get is that by financing and diplomatically supporting Israel, our country makes the crimes of the Israeli government possible, which stains America’s reputation in the world and drains our Treasury.
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Dana Sue and Ronnie's strained relationship is exasperated by a fire that breaks out — accelerated by off-brand e-bikes Ronnie bought behind Dana Sue’s back and stored in their garage — and damages their house.
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Roslovic’s poor playoff showing severely damages his chances of earning an extension with the Oilers for next season and of a sizable deal elsewhere.
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The emotional toll of surviving a gunshot wound Dewey never tried to hide the scars.
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With all the scars, the pain, the regret and, yes, the love.
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That’s been an idiotic trope for too long — that participating in the business side of it taints you.
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The sarcasm taints the question but doesn’t invalidate it.
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Jacob Whitehead Homophobic chant mars Mexico’s win Before the World Cup, the Mexican football federation launched a campaign that featured the heroes of the country’s 1986 World Cup side.
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No sadness mars the purity of its paranoia.
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Verticillium wilt causes similar blotches and yellowing.
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Pine snakes can grow up to 56 inches in length, have black, brown, and russet scales with dark blotches along their backs, and are noted for having a pointed nose, which experts believe may help with burrowing.
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Even worse, some streams lag so far behind live that a text from a friend or app notification spoils a game-changing goal.
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Alphabet, Microsoft, Nvidia, OpenAI and the sundry other rivals for the AI spoils can’t all grab a couple of points of GDP in sales, the prize built into SpaceX’s celestial cap.
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“Blemishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blemishes. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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