(the) worse for wear
idiom
: in worse condition after doing or experiencing something
He came out of basic training only slightly the worse for wear.
The kids emerged from the woods looking none the worse for wear.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025
While his time on SNL may have been rocky, Downey’s career is no worse for wear.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 20 Jan. 2025
If your bags are looking worse for wear after a busy 2024 travel year, Nordstrom has luggage sets, totes, duffels, and more deeply discounted.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
If your daily driver sneakers are looking a little worse for wear, now’s your chance to save on these best-selling Skechers Go Walk Joy Slip-ons, which are a dream for getting through security checkpoints.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025
While his time on SNL may have been rocky, Downey’s career is no worse for wear.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 20 Jan. 2025
If your bags are looking worse for wear after a busy 2024 travel year, Nordstrom has luggage sets, totes, duffels, and more deeply discounted.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
If your daily driver sneakers are looking a little worse for wear, now’s your chance to save on these best-selling Skechers Go Walk Joy Slip-ons, which are a dream for getting through security checkpoints.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
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“(the) worse for wear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/%28the%29%20worse%20for%20wear. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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