patched

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What it does not reveal, however, is how many have been patched and then fallen into disrepair within months, needing more work.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Last year, Firefox patched 73 bugs that it rated as either high severity or critical.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

“The vest is patched to show the wear from the guitar strap.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

The Liberal Party leader said both parties had patched up with an agreement that neither party could overturn decisions taken by the coalition's joint "shadow cabinet" of senior lawmakers.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

His own cloak, which was travel worn and patched, he presently tied by a corner to an iron-bound chest which stood under the window.

From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli