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disrepair

[dis-ri-pair] / ˌdɪs rɪˈpɛər /
NOUN
state of deterioration
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After years of disrepair, the once opulent Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino came tumbling down to cheers from onlookers who had all paid $10 to watch the demolition from their cars.

From Salon Aug. 28, 2026

Many schools, especially in rural India, are starved of funding and in disrepair.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

While Nycha apartments fall deeper into disrepair, Mr. Mamdani last month proposed that the agency finance new housing projects across the city.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 23, 2026

He insisted that his campaign was aimed at Angelenos angry about how the city was being managed, as evidenced by disrepair of city streets and unchecked homeless encampments.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 9, 2026

Without her mockery, affection for others sank into flaccid disrepair.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison




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