(figuratively) To be close to death, to be dying.

Alternative form of in favor of

Alternative spelling of sibling-in-law

In groups of two individuals or items.

A state of mental paralysis caused by anxiety, fear, panic, etc.

present participle of take in

To accept as input. / (idiomatic) To allow access to classified information.

moving or acting all at the same time

It takes a long time to destroy something complicated or impressive.

(of clothing) Having the appearance of having been worn often or for an extended period. / (of clothing) More comfortable as a result of having been worn often or for an extended period.