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out at (the) elbows
out at (the) elbows
01
used to refer to someone who does not have enough money and is considered poor by the society's standards
Idiom
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The novel's protagonist started as a wealthy entrepreneur but, due to a series of unfortunate events, ended up out at elbows.
02
(of a piece of clothing) looking shabby and worn-out
Idiom
āĻāĻĻāĻžāĻšāĻ°āĻŖ
Last year, her dress was out at the elbows, exhibiting signs of wear with worn patches and loose threads.
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