tatters
Example Sentences
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Iran’s navy appears to be in tatters, their nuclear program suffered more damage, along with their supply of long-range missiles.
From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026
The second story, “Birdie,” captures a friendship on the verge of tatters among a group of women.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
The sugar industry, the engine of the economy since colonial times, is now in tatters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
Two-time Grand Slam champion Gauff's serve deserted her, broken four times in the first set and twice in the second to leave her title aspirations in tatters.
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
His clothes were in tatters and his face was scratched and drenched with sweat.
From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan
