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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How to Remove Stains from Granite Countertops Although your granite may be properly sealed, a sealant is designed to repel stains rather than completely prevent them.—
Caitlin Sole,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Feb. 2026 -
To remove stubborn stains, apply a baking soda paste for a few minutes and then gently wipe away.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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Furthermore, and as part of its IWD initiatives, the Alo Foundation is supporting The Mental Health Coalition to reach millions of women with accessible and proven mental health resources alongside educational content to help reduce mental stigmas.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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Wight says that this process can be done using a small Q-tip to transfer pollen from the anthers to the stigmas.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Onuses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/onuses. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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