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Beskriva Kvaliteter - Dålig kvalitet eller skick

Utforska engelska idiom angående dålig kvalitet eller skick med exempel som "sämre för slitage" och "beyond recall".

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities

acceptable, but not exceptional

Ex: The company 's financial results for the quarter fair to middling, meeting expectations but not exceeding them .
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to fail to fulfill one's expectations

Ex: His performance in the left much to be desired, and he did n't get the job .
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in a very unfavorable or disadvantageous condition

Ex: The athlete 's performance in poor nick during the competition , showing signs of fatigue and lack of preparation .
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used to say that a person or thing is not as good as other people say they are

Ex: The highly anticipated movie did n't live up to the hype ; it was n't as exciting as it cracked up to be.
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a thing that is less desirable or has a lower quality or price than what was mentioned

Ex: The local diner is the poor man 's gourmet restaurant , offering affordable meals but lacking in culinary finesse .
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in a very bad physical condition due to being used for an extended period of time

Ex: The old wooden chair had served its purpose for decades but was worse for wear, with chipped paint and a wobbly frame .
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something that is done vey poorly

Ex: The renovation work on the house was dog 's dinner; walls were left unpainted , wires were exposed , and the overall finish was shoddy .
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used to suggest someone that a particular course of action or choice is better than what they think, even though it is still bad

Ex: In terms of finding a mentoryou could do worse than seeking guidance from someone with extensive experience in your field .
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used to refer to something that cannot be restored to its original or previous condition

Ex: After the contract was signed , the terms beyond recall, and any changes would require mutual consent .
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(of a piece of clothing) looking shabby and worn-out

Ex: Last year , her dress out at the elbows, exhibiting signs of wear with worn patches and loose threads .
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in a depressed, bad, or weakened state

Ex: During the recession , the country 's economy at a low ebb, leading to widespread hardship .
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used to refer to machinary that is not functioning properly or at all

Ex: The streetlights in the neighborhood have on the blink for days , posing a safety concern .
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unable to operate normally for a limited time

Ex: Following the power outage , many homes out of action without electricity for several hours .
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(of a machine) to fail to work properly

Ex: The old refrigerator in the kitchen gave up the ghost, leaving the food inside to spoil .
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looking cheap, worn, or filthy

Ex: After losing his job , he down at heel, unable to afford new clothes .
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