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
She said the situation had “humiliated” her and left her career in tatters, but maintained that the way her case was handled was unfair.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
England have had cause for frank discussions during this Six Nations after three successive defeats left their title aspirations in tatters.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
Rayan Cherki got one back moments after Hauge's goal, but Rodri's dismissal for two bookings left City in tatters as Bodo/Glimt celebrated their first ever win in the Champions League group phase.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
But the screen turns out to be in tatters, not even fastened at the bottom, just flapping uselessly in the breeze.
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
