The worse for wear

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adjective

Looking or feeling tired, damaged, or less good after heavy use or much activity.

After the party, the house was a bit worse for wear.
Visual representation of "the worse for wear" - Looking or feeling tired, damaged, or less good after heavy use or much activity.

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Feeling Drained

Use to describe someone who looks exhausted, often after a significant effort or long event.

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He looked the worse for wear after running the marathon.
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Social Events

Commonly used after parties or gatherings, indicating messiness or tired guests.

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The guests were all a bit the worse for wear the morning after the wedding.
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