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disrepair

[dis-ri-pair] / ˌdɪs rɪˈpɛər /
NOUN
state of deterioration
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The 19th Century building has not been used for worship since 2008 and fell into disrepair after sustaining extensive fire damage two years later.

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

Trump and his chosen leaders of the Kennedy Center have argued that its main building, which was constructed in the 1960s, is in a state of dangerous disrepair.

From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026

Right now, the former Trump Taj Mahal, which fell into bankruptcy and disrepair under its namesake, is now thriving in Atlantic City as the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.

From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026

The Justice Department says the venue is in disrepair and may need to be demolished if the improvements can’t go forward.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026

Gradually the house slipped farther and farther into disrepair.

From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride




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