have seen better days
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Definicja i Znaczenie "have seen better days"

to have seen better days
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to be in a very poor condition, particularly compared to the past

to [have] (seen|known) better days definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "have seen better days" and when to use it?

The idiom "have seen better days" is believed to have originated in the 16th century, and was used to describe buildings, objects, etc. that were once in good condition but had fallen into disrepair. The phrase is now used to describe anything that was once good or successful but is now past its prime or in decline. This phrase is often used to describe people or things that have experienced a decline in fortune or quality.

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She carried a well-worn leather bag that had seen better days but still held sentimental value.
They have seen better days financially, but they are hopeful for the future.
The car had seen better days and broke down on the highway.
She packed her belongings into a tatty suitcase that had seen better days.
The beaten-up storefront had seen better days, with faded signs and cracked windows.
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