Sentences

derelict in a sentence

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Definition

Derelict: abandoned and in a state of disrepair or neglect.

Sample Sentences

  1. The old factory stood derelict, its windows shattered and walls covered in graffiti.
  2. In the heart of the city, a derelict park had become overrun with weeds and wild animals.
  3. He discovered a derelict ship while sailing along the coast, its hull rusted and forgotten.
  4. The once-thriving neighborhood had turned derelict, with many houses abandoned and in disrepair.
  5. She felt a deep sense of loss as she gazed at the derelict mansion that had once been a grand family home.
  6. The derelict building stood as a haunting reminder of a once-thriving community.
  7. He felt a sense of sadness when he saw the derelict car rusting away in the field.
  8. Despite its derelict state, the old theater still held a certain charm that attracted visitors.
  9. The city's efforts to renovate the derelict waterfront have finally begun to pay off.
  10. Her derelict dreams of becoming an artist were reignited after visiting the gallery.