stain
noun
a discoloration produced by foreign matter having penetrated into or chemically reacted with a material; a spot not easily removed.
will stain
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future tenseof stain.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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“The bad blood from this will stain the institution forever,” he said.
From Salon ● Aug. 13, 2025
Shennum cautions that the chemicals in many products will stain carpets.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 23, 2023
For those in the Midwest, totality will stain the moon red from 4:16 a.m.
From New York Times ● Nov. 7, 2022
Failure to do so will stain the Dodgers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2021
He heard Dr. Nwala say to Olanna, “Let me help you up. The dirt will stain your dress.”
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
