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The gross misconduct of the athlete tarnished the reputation of the entire team.
The politician's sinister tactics tarnished the integrity of the election process.
Their brute disregard for ethical standards tarnished the reputation of the entire organization.
Their record was tarnished by a series of unexpected losses late in the season.
The businessman's venality tarnished his reputation when he was caught embezzling funds.
