fall into decay

fall into decay

To deteriorate or rot. We inject preservatives to keep the body from falling into decay. The church has really fallen into decay—it will take a lot of time and money to restore it. Ever since the proprietor died, the mansion and lavish gardens have fallen into decay.

See also: decay, fall

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fall into decay

to degenerate; to rot. The house was very old and had fallen into decay. The small town fell into decay, and people moved out.

See also: decay, fall

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