Frayed Sentence Examples

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  • When the first two tries proved unsuccessful, tempers frayed even more.

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  • The toy should not have any frayed ends.

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  • Make sure the belts are n't frayed or the buckles cracked.

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  • He was wearing a plain, somewhat frayed suit of gray clothes.

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  • City's discipline was beginning to get a little frayed.

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  • When lawn chair webbing becomes frayed and starts to sag, anyone who sits down runs the risk of falling through the seat.

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  • These come in light and dark washes, with buttons, patches or frayed hems - consider your options and purchase something on the conservative side that you can then play up with fun tops and under layers throughout the year.

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  • This black gown has lace panels with frayed edges and halter style neckline.

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  • If he likes the "broken in" look without having to wait for it, he'll probably love jean jackets that come off the rack with frayed edges and even some holes!

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  • The rope swing still hung from the tree, faded and frayed.

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  • Clothing is accentuated by large eyelets, oblique seams, seams on the outside and frayed ends.

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  • The other rope frayed up his hair and tied himself in a knot.

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  • The edges of each tiny hole are slightly frayed.

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  • That promise is looking very frayed around the edges.

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  • Our revitalizing and reviving therapy for those wanting to soothe frayed nerves and combat travel fatigue and jet lag.

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  • He weaves a wistful skein of from the frayed and tangled threads of our everyday lives.

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  • You want to make sure that the electrical cord of a used toaster is not cut or frayed, as can happen over time with many electrical appliances.

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  • Unfortunately, when that territory happens to include your furniture, there are more than just frayed nerves to consider.

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  • What you wind up with is a frayed mess and an eye sore.

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  • Make sure that the rope is tight and that there are no loose ends or frayed areas that your cat could pull on.

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  • One of the disadvantages of this type of chair is that over time the webbing becomes frayed and will start to sag.

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  • Sometimes the piece is an umbrella with a broken cord, a chaise lounge with a missing position adjustment bracket or a chair with frayed webbing.

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  • Often the webbing is frayed and damaged and the chairs are on their way to the garbage.

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  • Cut slits on every other crease to create a frayed edge.

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  • First, it's a floor length gown, but the hem of the gown is slightly frayed to give it "movement".

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  • Whether you choose classic dark blue denim shorts, faded, frayed, or stretchy, they can be dressed up with a feminine blouse, or make the perfect casual statement with a tank top or t-shirt.

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  • Examine electrical cords; any light or appliance with a frayed cord will need to be replaced.

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  • Pay particular attention to electrical cords to ensure that they are not frayed and that the sockets are not frayed.

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  • If you find one that is frayed or broken, replace it right away.

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  • Are the seat belts and other restraints worn or frayed?

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  • The leather should be in good condition and not mildewed or frayed.

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  • The stitching should be firm and not frayed or torn.

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  • Pacifier nipples should be examined regularly for deterioration, including tears, frayed edges, holes, or a change in color.

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  • Zippers may catch, and before long, you'll be losing buttons and seeing a lot of frayed threads.

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  • The color resembled biscuit or oatmeal, and it featured a tiered skirt with somewhat frayed hems.

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  • Any tears or frayed material should be repaired by a professional seamstress who specializes in designer purse refurbishing.

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  • If it appears frayed in any spots, has hanging threads or simply looks off center, crooked or otherwise misshapen, the handbag is fake.

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  • Craftsmanship may be poor, and broken zippers, uneven stitches, frayed material, or other issues may appear over the life of the bag.

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  • Indoor lights need to be checked for frayed cords, which may be a fire hazard.

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  • Check indoor and outdoor lights for frayed cords and broken or cracked sockets before using them.

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  • Part of the problem of shopping for children's shoes is that children won't always tell you when their shoes start to feel tight or frayed around the edges.

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  • They might look purposely frayed, but that's part of their charm.Because the Converse slip ons come in such a variety of styles, they can be worn with many different outfits.

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  • This guide to lacing shoes will make it easy for you to replace your laces when they become worn out, frayed or you just want a change.

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  • It is typically made of tightly woven cotton, with two yellow bands near its frayed edges.

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  • Cheaper satin will have a slight roughness to it and frayed edges will show at the seam.

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  • Very badly frayed or damaged ropes should be discarded.

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  • Temperatures became frayed and a challenge on McNamara by Winter sparked a 14-man scuffle, the Rovers player being booked.

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  • All of these factors can result in frayed tempers from time to time.

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  • It consisted of frayed reed pens or brushes, a small pot of water, and a palette with two circular cavities in which black and red ink were placed, made of finely powdered color solidified with gum.

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  • You might actually see hazards such as nails under a windowsill, light cords, frayed wires, sharp springs under a chair or lamps that could be pushed/pulled over.

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  • Make sure you condition the ends of your hair since they can get very dry and frayed, especially if you subject your hair to processes like color, perming or straightening.

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