disrepair
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Meridian Hill Park notably has a monumental cascading fountain that has been in disrepair for years and only just reopened.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
In Bel-Air, a 105,000-square-foot spec house was marketed for $500 million, but by the time it was finished, it was already falling into disrepair and ended up being auctioned off for $141 million.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
During the 1970s, a difficult period for Mobile, Battle House fell into disrepair and closed its doors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Roofs on the homes of four contract soldiers were fixed after falling into disrepair, but only after significant media attention.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
Any stile she knew of would have to be in disrepair now.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
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