to  fray   at the edges
fray
freɪ
frei
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æt
āt
the
əraʊnd
ērawnd
edges
ði
dhi

Definition & Meaning of "fray at the edges"in English

to fray at the edges
01

to start to fail or become less effective 

Examples
Our roommate relationship is starting to fray around the edges now that Pat has begun leaving his stuff, including dirty dishes, all over the apartment. 
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