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blemishes

/ˈblɛmɪʃɪz/

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noun

Imperfections, taches

A small flaw which spoils the appearance of something, a stain, a spot.

Examples :

"The old mirror had many small blemishes on its surface, making it hard to see a clear reflection. "

Le vieux miroir avait de nombreuses petites imperfections à sa surface, ce qui rendait difficile de voir une réflexion claire.

appearance body condition quality

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noun

Défaut, tare

A moral defect; a character flaw.

Examples :

"Although Sarah was a talented artist, her constant dishonesty was a serious flaw; those blemishes on her character made it difficult for people to trust her. "

Bien que Sarah fût une artiste talentueuse, son manque d'honnêteté constant était un défaut grave ; ces défauts de caractère rendaient difficile la confiance des gens en elle.

character moral negative quality

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verb

Gâcher l'apparence de

To spoil the appearance of.

Examples :

"The bright, new paint job was badly blemished by the stray bird droppings. "

La peinture neuve et brillante a été gravement gâchée par les fientes d'oiseaux.

appearance quality

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verb

Entacher, diffamer

To tarnish (reputation, character, etc.); to defame.

Examples :

"The false accusations threatened to blemish her otherwise spotless reputation as a dedicated teacher. "

Les fausses accusations menaçaient d'entacher sa réputation, par ailleurs irréprochable, d'enseignante dévouée.

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