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Organically decayed or broken down
“There is a peculiar odor to decayed fish that distinguishes it from decayed meat.”
No longer capable, effective or needed
“Efforts must be made to resist revisionist thinking and all decayed ideas of the exploiting class.”
In a state of disrepair or dilapidation
Not characterized by or conducive to physical health or well-being
From or relating to a previous era
Characterized by rugged, sharp, or coarse features
Having been destroyed permanently
Not performing its proper or intended function
Past tense for to rot or cause to rot
“Masses of leaves may begin to decay and smother the plant beneath them.”
Past tense for to decline gradually in health, prosperity, or quality
“The result is that property has been allowed to decay and is occupied almost entirely by people who cannot pay any heavy rents.”
Past tense for to deplete, or be depleted, in physical strength or energy
“Flowers decay much sooner when tied in bunches or bouquets than when arranged loosely.”
Past tense for to scour or wear away a surface, especially gradually
Past tense for to damage, or cause to become damaged, through continued use
Past tense for to have a severely detrimental effect on
Past tense for live or spend a period of time in a dull, inactive, unchallenging way
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