tatters
Example Sentences
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By the time he recovered, activist investors had taken aim at United and the company’s reputation was in tatters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
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
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
He realized his clothes were in tatters, despite the magic they’d been woven with.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
