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
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 13 May 2025
There is, however, one problem: they’re all blighted with parts pairing, a stifling repair practice that forces users to seek Apple’s permission before replacing parts.
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
Formentera, because of its isolation, was one of the few places that escaped the blight, and varieties like Monastrell remain unadulterated to this day.
—Julia Chaplin, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2025
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Noun
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
There is, however, one problem: they’re all blighted with parts pairing, a stifling repair practice that forces users to seek Apple’s permission before replacing parts.
—Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Verb
The blight of the potato crops that led to the Great Famine at that time emphasized to Douglass how the Irish were oppressed economically, socially, and religiously by Britain.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
Formentera, because of its isolation, was one of the few places that escaped the blight, and varieties like Monastrell remain unadulterated to this day.
—Julia Chaplin, Travel + Leisure, 13 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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As more cars rely on advanced software, addressing defects quickly is essential to protect drivers, passengers and pedestrians, and to maintain trust in automotive safety standards.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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Don't use harsh cleaners, which can damage the grates.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 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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The ceiling was now on the floor, the world had turned itself upside down, her outfit and her day and her rug were seemingly ruined—and yet she herself was not hurt.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
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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Then the complications start — Jess can’t ignore the scars of her past relationship, and Felix’s struggles with addiction and commitment come back to haunt him.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
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 16 Jul. 2025.
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