Below are possible answers for the crossword clue Becomes inoperable, maybe.
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RUSTS
any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants
the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water
become coated with oxide
a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi
become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid; "The metal corroded"; "The pipes rusted"
a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture
cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid; "The acid corroded the metal"; "The steady dripping of water rusted the metal stopper in the sink"
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