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shambles
noun
shamble
I. intransitive verb II. noun

shambles [ˈʃæmblz] N

I . shamble [ˈʃæmbl] VB intr

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II . shamble [ˈʃæmbl] N

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The offensive line, however, had been in shambles all season long, and was a potential area of concern.
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The factories were destroyed and the economy was in shambles.
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With a documentary eye, this film etches a powerfully grim picture of life amidst the shambles.
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Their supply lines were in shambles and barely half the troops were still fit for active duty.
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On return, they found the sugar estate in shambles.
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The feudal system of vassals and lords also fell into shambles.
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The half-finished saloon was left in shambles and the hard liquor supply severely depleted.
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Our economy is in a shambles and our families are hurting.
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He found a diocese in shambles and his administration was marked by considerable growth and reform.
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The buildings were in shambles, having been used as a military barracks and prison.
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