やつれ

Alternative writings: 窶れ
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A state of looking thin, tired, or worn out; emaciation or haggardness (used as a noun).

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入院してから彼のやつれが目立つようになった。

Since being hospitalized, his emaciation has become noticeable.

長時間の出張でやつれが取れない。

After the long business trip, I still can't shake off the haggard look.

彼女のやつれた顔を見ると心配になる。

Seeing her haggard face makes me worried.

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