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 measure was developed through a reform effort started after a series of scandals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
Marshall’s own scandals may be helping Hamilton, too.
From Slate ● Oct. 29, 2026
Juan's work has exposed corruption scandals and shown how local governments have often failed to tackle the region's main problems: impunity and inequality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
Alvarado has held senior roles in multiple Betancourt businesses, including as chief financial officer of an energy firm that became embroiled in scandals a decade ago.
From Salon ● Oct. 23, 2026
Opposing them were the Half-Breeds, who considered Grant a losing candidate because many voters had become disgusted by the scandals and corruption during his time in office.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
