need repair

Frequency: 9.045.0 per million words

indicates that something is broken and requires fixing

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Examples (10)

  • My old car will soon need major repairs.
  • The roof of the old barn is leaking and clearly needs repair.
  • These antique clocks need delicate repair by a specialist.
  • Many roads in the city are in poor condition and need urgent repairs.
  • After the storm, the fence needed immediate repair.
  • The old washing machine constantly needs repair.
  • Do you think this broken chair needs repair or should we just buy a new one?
  • The bridge has been deemed unsafe and will need extensive repairs.
  • Regular maintenance can prevent things from falling into disrepair and needing costly repairs.
  • The company's outdated machinery always seems to need some kind of repair.