as in stains
a mark of guilt or disgrace
hoping to avoid the onus of failure by lowering expectations ahead of time
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Noun
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The aluminum and paraben-free formula applies easily and doesn’t leave stains or residue.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 Apr. 2026 -
Pressure wash away stains and dirt buildup.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The female stigmas and the male pollen of seagrasses use the flow and viscosity of water to their advantage.—
David George Haskell,
Big Think,
27 Mar. 2026
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The organization helps empower students to lobby college administrators for their needs, including expanding mental health services and improving messages to counter the lasting stigmas of seeking help.—
Suzette Hackney,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The songs spread outward from Morris’ small voice like paper towel blots.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Onuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/onuses. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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