out at the heels vs tore up

out at the heels

adj
  • Shabby, or in a poor plight. 

  • Wearing stockings that are worn out. 

tore up

adj
  • unsightly, unkempt, dirty 

  • particularly drunk 

  • Damaged, hurt or broken 

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