discoloration
noun
dis·col·or·ation
(ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain
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City of Carver officials are taking extra measures to assist residents with water discoloration concerns and improve communications with them.
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Chuck Rupnow, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
While at high doses, fluoride can cause bone issues and tooth discoloration, experts and health bodies largely continue to champion the positive effects of fluoride at the much smaller doses it is delivered through water systems.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025
Cold water helps to set colors in clothing, while hot water tends to cause color bleeds and discoloration.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Over-fertilizing these plants can lead to leaf discoloration, root burn, and top-heavy plants that are prone to breakage.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
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Chuck Rupnow, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
While at high doses, fluoride can cause bone issues and tooth discoloration, experts and health bodies largely continue to champion the positive effects of fluoride at the much smaller doses it is delivered through water systems.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025
Cold water helps to set colors in clothing, while hot water tends to cause color bleeds and discoloration.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Over-fertilizing these plants can lead to leaf discoloration, root burn, and top-heavy plants that are prone to breakage.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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