Needing a patch Crossword Clue

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Needing a patch Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
2. affected by wear; damaged by long use

Hint 2: Clue Definition

PATCH (noun)
1. a small contrasting part of something
2. a connection intended to be used for a limited time
PATCH (verb)
1. repair by adding pieces
2. mend by putting a patch on

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