decrepit

Example Sentences

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When the BBC visited in November, workers were busy knocking down a decrepit old barn, one of many that dot the Appalachian landscape.

From BBC

So why, unlike China during its boom years, isn't India's blazing GDP growth leading to a regeneration of its decrepit cities?

From BBC

Immigration and Customs Enforcement, alleges “decrepit” conditions inside the detention facility.

From Los Angeles Times

At California City Detention Facility, immigrants file lawsuit over alleged ‘shockingly deficient’ medical care, frigid temperatures, bugs crawling on walls, sewage backups, inadequate food and water, and generally ‘decrepit’ conditions.

From Los Angeles Times

The decrepit lampposts cast a faint light onto Autumn’s face, which is drawn tight as she catches her breath.

From Literature