in rags
The phrase "in rags" often conveys a sense of poverty or neglect, highlighting the condition of one's clothing as a reflection of their financial state.
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Definition
B2General
(common, descriptive)Wearing clothes that are torn and worn out.
Example
- He walked down the street in rags, drawing sympathetic looks from passersby.
B2Socioeconomic
(common, descriptive)Living in a state of poverty, often indicated by shabby clothing.
Example
- The family was in rags, struggling to make ends meet.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in rags":
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