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frayed

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﹒Worn at the edge or end so that loose threads are visible.

﹒Strained, irritable, or showing signs of exhaustion.

Examples

﹒The cuffs of his favorite denim jacket were badly frayed from years of constant wear.

﹒After hours of intense debate, the nerves of the committee members were visibly frayed.

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