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What does down and out mean?

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Adjective
  1. (idiomatic) In a condition of poverty or debility, especially as a result of experiencing a financial or personal setback.
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Anyway, the views from the top are terrific, one way down and out of the valley, over the flatlands to the North York Moors.
It's obvious the guy is pretty much down and out but at least he should be allowed one more chance of glory.
We were not down and out or destitute, which is the picture some people have tried to paint.
They can accept help, too, but it's easiest for them when they feel like they're not completely down and out.
The parents, seemingly unconcerned for their daughter's immediate welfare, said they were down and out and could not care for the child.
I have no problem with giving a kid a sandwich for lunch if it helps his parents get by while they are down and out.

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