defile in a sentence
v. i.
Definition
Defile: to spoil or damage the purity or integrity of something, often through contamination or disrespect.
Sample Sentences
- The careless littering of plastic bags began to defile the once pristine beach.
- Historical artifacts should be preserved and protected, not defiled by ignorance and neglect.
- The graffiti that covered the walls of the abandoned building seemed to defile its historic charm.
- He felt that the way the documentary portrayed the culture defiled its rich traditions and values.
- Environmental activists rallied to prevent developers from defiling the delicate ecosystem of the wetlands.
- The once pristine lake was defiled by toxic waste, shocking the local community.
- They feared that the historic site would be defiled by the upcoming construction project.
- His careless actions defiled the sacred ground, causing outrage among the residents.
- The graffiti that covered the walls of the ancient temple defiled its serene beauty.
- Conscientious travelers strive to leave no trace, ensuring they do not defile nature's wonders.
- The vandals sought to defile the historic monument with graffiti.
- Her careless words seemed to defile the trust that had taken years to build.
- They were determined to protect the sacred site from those who would defile it.
- The excessive litter in the park began to defile its natural beauty.
- He felt that the controversial film would defile the legacy of the beloved author.
- The artist felt that the graffiti would defile the beauty of the historic building.
- His careless words seemed to defile the trust they had built over the years.
- They vowed to protect the sacred site from any actions that might defile its meaning.
- The pollution from the factory threatened to defile the once pristine river.
- To defile the memory of those who fought bravely would be a grave injustice.
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