July 02, 2009, 04:52 PM
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Emerald
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: en el norte de Inglaterra
Posts: 526
Native Language: British English
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Quote:
Originally Posted by poli
Yes you can use stain that way.
example: His robbery conviction will surely stain his reputation as police officer.
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Besmirch is a lovely alternative.
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