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damaged

Pronunciation: [ˈdæmɪdʒd]

Word

Context: "physical condition"

(adjective) when something is broken, spoiled, or not working properly. This happens to toys, cars, or even houses when they get hurt or used too much.

Example

The damaged car was still able to drive a short distance.

Example

The box was not damaged during shipping, so everything arrived in perfect condition.

Example

Is the damaged bicycle safe to ride?

Context: "action"

(verb) to hurt something, making it not work correctly or look bad. This could happen if you drop your phone or spill something on a book.

Example

He damaged the old statue while moving it, but it can still be repaired.

Example

She did not damage her project when she was taking it to school.

Example

Did you damage the screen when you dropped the tablet?

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