| I am much saddened that it has been allowed to deteriorate to such an extent that it is now surely beyond redemption. |
| It may seem wasteful to use a box of rock salt, but this can be cooled and reused several times because it won't deteriorate. |
| The watertight seals over structural joints tend to deteriorate over time as the caulking becomes less sticky and dislodges. |
| Water accumulation can cause straw bale walls to mildew and eventually decompose, and earthen walls to deteriorate and collapse. |
| Sports physiologists know that athletic ability does not deteriorate nearly as rapidly as was once thought. |
| The weight of a combat-loaded infantry squad with over 50 sandbags will deteriorate a M998 quickly. |
