A single figure underscores the disastrous state of the region's economy.

By the time he finally entered politics, the disastrous state of Peru had become an obsession.

The economy was in a disastrous state following almost 10 years of Japanese occupation and war against the Dutch.

But the building was in a disastrous state.

Allied to this is the disastrous state of the building and construction industry.

The country is in a disastrous state, and it needs a government that represents all social and political groups.

The disastrous state of the economy is one obvious explanation for the shrinking demand for trees that may cost $20 or more.

Even after the dam is sealed back up, the village is in a disastrous state.

Stopping negotiations would lead to the disastrous state of affairs already seen in Iraq.

Valletta, one of the most beautiful cultural capitals in Europe, is still in a disastrous state.