Meaning of 'Been in the wars'
What does the saying 'Been in the wars' mean?
Idiom: Been in the wars
Meaning:
If someone has been in the wars, they have been hurt or look as if they have been in a struggle.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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