scandal
noun
a disgraceful or discreditable action, circumstance, etc.
scandals
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pluralof scandal.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The Catholic Church has been rocked by clerical sexual-abuse scandals in Chile and Argentina, while evangelical churches in Brazil have faced a wave of investigations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
More than 30 people have signed the letter, including those affected by the maternity scandals.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
The measure was developed through a reform effort started after a series of scandals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
However, Binance has faced its fair share of scandals.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
With all the scandals happening, the final between Team Phoenix Riders and Team Andromeda is already poised to be the most widely watched game in Warcross history.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
