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unstained

American  
[uhn-steynd] / ʌnˈsteɪnd /

adjective

  1. not stained or spotted; unsoiled.

  2. without moral blemish.


Etymology

Origin of unstained

First recorded in 1545–55; un- 1 + stain + -ed 2

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He prided himself on having a mind unstained by certainties.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 30, 2025

His wildly successful stand-up concerts and albums, the smash hit TV shows, the immense comedic talent that gave him power to change pop culture - nothing is left unstained.

From Washington Times Apr. 26, 2018

They are opting instead for a more au naturel look on their big day: faces dewey, eyes unshadowed, lips unstained.

From New York Times Apr. 18, 2018

Despite her reaction, Yank can’t get over Mildred’s whiteness—her unstained skin seems unreal amid the murk and grief that have overrun his mind.

From The New Yorker Apr. 3, 2017

In the library the iron stairway swayed, and light glittered on the marble eyes of Hugh Crain; Theodora’s yellow shirt hung neat and unstained, Mrs. Dudley was setting the lunch table for five.

From "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson

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