The worse for wear - ESL Phrase

The worse for wear - ESL Phrase

Update: 2025-12-27
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The worse for wear: if you say you are the worse for wear, you mean you are not at your best, often because of hard work, stress, or a busy schedule. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/TheWorseForWear 

  

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Ramp up: when you ramp up something, you quickly and dramatically increase the level or amount of whatever that something is. https://b.link/TuesdayRampUp 

 

Threadbare: threadbare describes clothing that has become thin and worn out. The more you wear an item of clothing, the faster it will become threadbare. https://links.artisanenglish.jp/Threadbare 

 

Holiday cheer: holiday cheer is about spreading happiness, kindness, and a sense of togetherness with friends, family, and even strangers. 

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The worse for wear - ESL Phrase

The worse for wear - ESL Phrase

David Dodd