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disrepair

[dis-ri-pair] / ˌdɪs rɪˈpɛər /
NOUN
state of deterioration
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However, it fell into disrepair when one of the founders died in 2010 and now the Friends of Newchapel Observatory are hoping to reopen it.

From BBC Aug. 13, 2026

The seven thermal power plants that form the national grid's backbone have all been in operation for more than 40 years, and are in various states of disrepair.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 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

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

The corridors and stairways are old, often in disrepair.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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