washed
out
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faded or lacking in color, often due to age or wear
- The washed-out photograph captured a moment in time but lacked the vibrant colors of memory.
- Her washed-out sweater looked cozy but had lost its original brightness after countless washes.
- His washed-out jeans had become a staple in his wardrobe, comfortable yet faded.
- The washed-out paint on the walls gave the room a tired and neglected appearance.
- The washed-out colors of the mural told a story of neglect, with details barely visible.
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feeling extremely tired, often to the point of looking pale or worn
- After the long flight and jet lag, she looked completely washed-out.
- He felt washed-out after working late nights all week.
- The marathon runners were washed-out by the time they crossed the finish line.
- She looked washed-out after days of preparing for the big presentation.
- The heat left everyone feeling washed-out and sluggish by midday.