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Term: ramshackle

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: poorly constructed or in a state of disrepair

Usage:

• The ramshackle house at the end of the street is in desperate need of renovations.
• The old barn was so ramshackle that it collapsed in a strong wind.
• The ramshackle bridge swayed dangerously as we tried to cross it.

Sense: in a state of chaos or disorder

Usage:

• After the party, the living room was left in a ramshackle state with empty bottles and food scattered everywhere.
• The project was abandoned halfway, leaving the office in a ramshackle mess.

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