How to Use blemish in a Sentence

blemish

1 of 2 verb
  • A series of burn marks blemish the table's surface.
  • The incident blemished his reputation.
  • The flesh of fish killed humanely is often smoother and less blemished.
    — Ferris Jabr, Smithsonian, 8 Jan. 2018
  • The starters traded five zeroes before a balk blemished the scoreboard.
    — Sam McDowell, kansascity.com, 8 June 2017
  • However, dirt, debris, and food can blemish these tough surfaces over time.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2024
  • Louisville’s only blemish this season is a one-point home loss to Florida State.
    — Mike Anthony, courant.com, 12 Feb. 2018
  • While liquid is simmering, peel the pears, leaving the stem intact and being careful not to blemish the flesh of the pears.
    — Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 8 Dec. 2021
  • Sunday's events came after a series of racist incidents that have blemished football this season.
    — George Ramsay, CNN, 22 Dec. 2019
  • Berries can be too small, cucumbers crooked, bananas fat—and all can be bruised or blemished—without harming their taste or health benefits.
    — The Economist, 11 Jan. 2018
  • Your countenance, though wrinkled and blemished, can be adorned with the joy of the Lord and made lovely with his kindness and compassion.
    — David Roper, idahostatesman, 26 Jan. 2018
  • That extra conference game is one more opportunity each team in the conference has to blemish each other’s record.
    — oregonlive, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Reputational damage occurs when a business’s name is blemished in some manner.
    — Emily Reynolds, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • When one of the children appears to be a victim of a schoolyard bully, tensions among the moms mount, and their seemingly perfect lives become blemished by the specter of murder.
    — Staff and Correspondents, The Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2017
  • Fort Scott takes blemished bullets from their production line and turns them into Bullet Bait, a run of handmade fishing lures.
    — Matthew Every, Outdoor Life, 11 Feb. 2020
  • But a new project is working to rid the West Bank site of the explosive devices, clearing away the relics of war that have blemished the sacred place for nearly five decades.
    — Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2018
  • Christie said New Jersey taxpayers could not afford to support a program that blemished the state's reputation.
    — USA TODAY, 11 Aug. 2017
  • For his part, Hinch defended his players' talents but acknowledged the clubhouse put itself in a position where its achievements may be blemished.
    — Editors, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2020
  • But a project now underway plans to rid the West Bank site of the explosive devices, clearing away the relics of war that have blemished the sacred place for nearly five decades.
    — Tia Goldenberg, Fox News, 29 Mar. 2018
  • Shawnee’s local government, including the City Council, has been blemished by controversy for more than a decade.
    — Pj Green october 20, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Nothing’s more irritating than snapping the perfect picture only to discover dust and dirt blemishing the image.
    — Alexandria Haslam, PCWorld, 29 Mar. 2018
  • The 27-year-old nonprofit teams up with farms to collect blemished or oddly sized produce that can not be sold — and distributes the food to local communities.
    — Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, 8 May 2018
  • The line consists of two different categories, one for dry and delicate skin and a second for oily and blemished skin, both promising to be made with low-irritant ingredients.
    — Tanisha Pina, Allure, 20 Mar. 2018
  • Our nation’s history is blemished by racial prejudice, anti-immigration and nativism.
    — WSJ, 10 Dec. 2018
  • These situations will test the health of your company, and the danger of neglecting the role of communications could not just blemish your brand’s health but also impact the bottom line.
    — Jennifer Acree, Forbes, 12 Aug. 2022
  • And while some have sought therapy or medications to cope, others fear that engaging in these support systems could blemish their records and dissuade future employers from hiring them.
    — New York Times, 25 Nov. 2020
  • Reds starter Sal Romano countered with eight innings, his evening blemished only by Hunter Dozier’s 425-foot solo home run in the fifth inning.
    — Sam McDowell, kansascity, 12 June 2018
  • De Borbon, running for a ninth term as president, was swept out of office following a contentious campaign blemished by allegations of voter fraud in previous elections.
    — Linda Robertson june 23, Miami Herald, 23 June 2026
  • The boys soccer team of Solorio Academy High School is having another dream season, ranked among the state’s best with only a single overtime loss to blemish its record.
    — John Keilman, chicagotribune.com, 10 Oct. 2019
  • While the hobby is blemished occasionally from those whose sole mission is to sell, made worse with stories of men who will even nudge kids out of the way, Shea said the group that gathers at East 9th is a polite bunch.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland.com, 15 June 2017
  • Uniform bezels surround the touchscreen, blemished only by the 2MP front-facing camera at the top bezel and the Yoga Book logo on the bottom-right corner.
    — Valentina Palladino, Ars Technica, 2 Nov. 2018

blemish

2 of 2 noun
  • The incident was a blemish on his record.
  • The cream is supposed to prevent blemishes on the skin.
  • The table had a few scratches and minor blemishes.
  • The book fails to mention any of the organization's many blemishes.
  • One blemish doesn’t ruin all of that.
    — Paul Newman, New York Times, 23 June 2026
  • Still a sturdy trend but with a few blemishes.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2025
  • If not too bad, it can be ignored and new growth should hide the blemishes.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
  • Look for potatoes that are firm and smooth, with no blemishes or cuts in the skin.
    — Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
  • This is also true for squash with cuts, cracks, or blemishes.
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
  • There were great months by other pitchers, but all of them had at least one blemish.
    — Matt Gelb, New York Times, 28 May 2026
  • Some of it could just be removing a blemish, even on a teenager.
    — Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Plus, it's supposed to help with blemishes, too.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
  • The outer skin should be beige in color and free of blemishes.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Oct. 2025
  • These include blemishes on the stalks or buds that are dropping.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Once a blemish on the course due to its sharp slope, the area was completely overhauled.
    — Anya Armentrout, Twin Cities, 19 June 2026
  • To prevent future blemishes, store your leather bag on a shelf in a cool, dry place.
    — Yolanda Wikiel, wsj.com, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Sometimes a tomato just has a yellow or white blemish.
    — Lauren David, Southern Living, 29 May 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
  • For under-eyes, blemishes or small scars, a wand or pen is the right form factor.
    — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
  • You are backed up against a white wall so that every blemish in your face seems pronounced rather than muted.
    — Paul Keane, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
  • The Thunder can trace their own blemishes, too.
    — Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
  • Use it daily on active blemishes or two to three times weekly all over your face.
    — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2023
  • The only blemish in the fourth quarter was a late touchdown drive by Tech.
    — Dallas News, 5 Nov. 2022
  • To use it as a spot concealer, dot it over blemishes, then blend it out with a finger or a brush.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2025
  • Look for fruit that is plump, naturally shiny, and free of cracks and blemishes.
    — Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 13 July 2023
  • Mizzou’s major blemish came in the first quarter.
    — Quentin Corpuel, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Avoid buying produce with cracks, cuts, or blemishes.
    — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
  • The ideal apple for picking has smooth skin that's clear of blemishes.
    — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Looks vibrant in color and has no large blemishes or scratches.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2026
  • But those were the only two blemishes for Scherzer.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025

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