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out at (the) elbows
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armoedig gekleed, haveloos
used to refer to someone who does not have enough money and is considered poor by the society's standards
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The charity aimed to provide assistance to families who were out at elbows due to unforeseen financial hardships.
Ze wilde niet dat mensen haar als armoedig zagen.
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(of a piece of clothing) looking shabby and worn-out
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His favorite pair of jeans became out at elbows after years of regular use, developing holes and signs of distress.
