down-and-out

Example Sentences

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That typified The Times’ approach to the down-and-out well into the 20th century.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025

Still, in fast-growing Florida, that problem does not necessarily produce down-and-out neighborhoods: Residents who can’t afford to make repairs are forced to sell at bargain prices to investors who can.

From Slate • Oct. 9, 2024

Her record-breaking haul is all the sweeter because two years ago she was a self-described "down-and-out" in the music industry.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2024

Attorneys for Washington, 59, have said prosecutors brought a thin and illogical case against a down-and-out drinker who was anything but angry toward the famous friend who supported him.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 6, 2024

Mr. Pickwell had brought home a down-and-out shoe salesman in sore need of sympathy and a good meal.

From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli