frayed edge

Examples (20)

• My fingers played with the frayed edges of my jeans.
• She trimmed the frayed edge of the scarf to stop it unraveling.
• The old flag had a frayed edge from flapping in the wind for years.
• The frayed edge of the rope caught on the nail and tore further.
• He noticed the frayed edge of the rope and knew it was unsafe to climb.
• Tailors often reinforce the frayed edge with a neat overstitch.
• The ancient manuscript's frayed edge crumbled slightly to the touch.
• Please avoid pulling at the frayed edge of your jeans; it will only get worse.
• She carefully trimmed the frayed edge of the ribbon with sharp scissors.
• A repair kit can seal the frayed edge of a canvas tent against wind and rain.
• The frayed edge of the area rug was constantly getting caught in the vacuum cleaner.
• By the time we arrived, the flag’s frayed edge had already shredded in the storm.
• A single thread hung from the frayed edge of his worn-out collar.
• If the frayed edge keeps spreading, consider hemming the fabric.
• The book's well-loved pages had soft, frayed edges.
• She ran her fingers along the frayed edge of the old rug, thinking of her grandmother.
• To prevent a frayed edge, you should hem the fabric immediately after cutting it.
• The towel came with a warranty, but its frayed edge appeared after months of heavy use.
• The inspector immediately condemned the safety harness due to its frayed edge.
• Don’t cut too close; bind the frayed edge first with bias tape.