the worse for wear
US /ðə wɜrs fɔr wɛr/
UK /ðə wɜrs fɔr wɛr/
成语
1.
破旧不堪, 磨损严重
damaged or in poor condition because of a lot of use or age
示例:
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After years of travel, his old suitcase was a bit the worse for wear.
经过多年的旅行，他的旧手提箱有点破旧不堪。
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The antique chair, though a little the worse for wear, still held its charm.
那把古董椅子，虽然有点破旧，但仍然保留着它的魅力。
2.
疲惫不堪, 身体不适, 喝醉了
feeling tired or unwell, often after a difficult experience or excessive drinking
示例:
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After the all-night party, he was definitely the worse for wear.
通宵派对后，他显然疲惫不堪。
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She looked a little the worse for wear after her long flight.
长途飞行后，她看起来有点疲惫。
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