busted valise
The term "busted valise" is a metaphorical slang expression in American English, likening a person's diminished state to a broken suitcase.
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Definition
C1General
(slang, metaphorical)A person who has lost power, abilities, or effectiveness.
Example
- After his injury, he felt like a busted valise, unable to perform as he once did.
- The former champion, now a busted valise, struggled to keep up with the new competitors.
C1Financial
(slang)A person who has run out of money.
Example
- After the failed investment, he ended up a busted valise, struggling to make ends meet.
B2Travel
(literal)A suitcase that is damaged and no longer functional.
Example
- She arrived at the hotel with a busted valise, its contents spilling out.
Similar
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