fray
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/freɪ/
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/freɪ/
To wear away or become worn out, especially at the edges.
The hem of the scarf began to fray after many uses.
スカーフのヘムが何度か使用された後、くずれてし始めた。
To become strained or to lose patience.
The constant arguing between the siblings began to fray their mother's nerves.
兄弟姉妹間の絶えず続く議論が、母親の神経を紧张させ始めた。
A conflict or struggle, often involving competition or contest.
The political debate was a real fray, with each candidate trying to outdo the other.
政治的な議論は、各候補者が互いを超えようと努める真の乱闘でした。