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What is a synonym for blot?

Here are some synonyms for "blot," depending on the context:

General Synonyms:

* Stain

* Smudge

* Mark

* Spot

* Fleck

* Dab

* Smear

* Blur

More Specific Synonyms:

* Absorb: If you are talking about blotting up liquid.

* Deface: If you are talking about ruining something's appearance.

* Obliterate: If you are talking about completely removing something.

* Diminish: If you are talking about making something less significant.

Examples:

* Stain: The ink blotted onto the page. (The ink stained the page.)

* Absorb: She blotted her tears with a tissue. (She absorbed her tears with a tissue.)

* Deface: The vandal blotted the painting with spray paint. (The vandal defaced the painting with spray paint.)

* Obliterate: The fire blotted out the entire building. (The fire obliterated the entire building.)

The best synonym for "blot" will depend on the specific context of your sentence.

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