Sentence example with the word 'dilapidate'

dilapidate

Definition v. bring into a condition of decay or partial ruin by neglect or misuse

Last update: September 26, 2015


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But the first step to be taken is the renovation of the social consciousness, which is in a rather dilapidated condition.   [verb]

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The family Heinecke enjoys the charity of the millionaire Muhling, being permitted to occupy a dilapidated shanty on his premises in the absence of their son, Robert.   [verb]

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There was a window on each side of the dilapidated entrance; and one story above; but no light was visible.   [verb]

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On the corner of the table lay an ancient, dilapidated, reddish volume, and the size, which was the antique 12mo of reading-rooms, betrayed a romance.   [verb]

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This wagon, all lattice-work, was garnished with dilapidated hurdles which appeared to have served for former punishments.   [verb]

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A fire was made up in the dilapidated brick stove.   [verb]

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