as in defects
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing
the Johnsons complained to the movers about broken dishes and mars on the furniture
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as in taints
to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable
mar a politician's reputation with scurrilous rumors
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as in damages
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
the once glossy surface is now marred by numerous small pits and abrasions
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Recent Examples of mars
Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
For decades, various space agencies and research organizations have taken an understandable interest in the problems that astronauts will face during long missions to places like Mars.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 21 Dec. 2024
On the other hand, Bezos has questioned Musk's ambitions of colonizing Mars and suggested that Musk's takeover of Twitter (now X) could create challenges for Tesla in China.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Most asteroids are found in the asteroid belt–a ring between the orbit of Mars and Jupiter.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 20 Dec. 2024
Vying for the Best Feature – Independent prize are Chicken for Linda!, Flow, Kensuke’s Kingdom, Mars Express and Memoir of a Snail.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
This kind of frenzy, in some way, is only to be expected at the dawn of the age of A.I., when the richest man in the world, intent on colonizing Mars, is an important adviser to the incoming president, and the distrust of government, media and corporate interests is exceedingly high.
—Ginia Bellafante, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
However, achieving success in this new endeavor could prove to be as complex as colonizing Mars.
—Robert B. Tucker, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Photos captured in late October by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) show InSight resting on the Martian surface.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Space travel enthusiasts have applauded his goal of one day placing a man on Mars.
—Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
For decades, various space agencies and research organizations have taken an understandable interest in the problems that astronauts will face during long missions to places like Mars.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 21 Dec. 2024
On the other hand, Bezos has questioned Musk's ambitions of colonizing Mars and suggested that Musk's takeover of Twitter (now X) could create challenges for Tesla in China.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Most asteroids are found in the asteroid belt–a ring between the orbit of Mars and Jupiter.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 20 Dec. 2024
Vying for the Best Feature – Independent prize are Chicken for Linda!, Flow, Kensuke’s Kingdom, Mars Express and Memoir of a Snail.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
This kind of frenzy, in some way, is only to be expected at the dawn of the age of A.I., when the richest man in the world, intent on colonizing Mars, is an important adviser to the incoming president, and the distrust of government, media and corporate interests is exceedingly high.
—Ginia Bellafante, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
However, achieving success in this new endeavor could prove to be as complex as colonizing Mars.
—Robert B. Tucker, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Photos captured in late October by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) show InSight resting on the Martian surface.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mars
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As the skin heals, scars develop in the form of stretch marks.Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
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For 25 years, the organization has transformed the scars of war into seeds of hope, working tirelessly to turn minefields into fertile farmland.Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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An easy monetary policy typically weakens a country’s currency, making exports cheaper and potentially supports growth in the face of tariffs.Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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Doing so weakens your home's heating system and is a fire hazard.Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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The lack of standards for unlicensed vendors erodes the integrity of the entire industry.John Murn, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
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Inconsistent use quickly erodes consumer trust.Jessica Wong, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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For example, a study published in the Journal of Personality found that chronic stress impairs a person’s ability to regulate their desires and prioritize effectively.Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Alcohol impairs the body’s ability to function and fight infection.Emily Dashiell, Verywell Health, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Mars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mars. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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