checkered
Example Sentences
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Scott’s group ranked the Tulsa Zoo among the 10 worst zoos for elephants last year, claiming it suffers from overcrowding and a breeding program with a checkered history.
From Los Angeles Times
Christoffels was resplendent in a new black suit, new checkered vest, a snowy white shirt, flowered tie, and stiff starched collar.
From Literature
A series on BritBox blends the police thriller with complex family drama in following a magistrate with a checkered past.
In a matter of 10 seconds, he had launched himself from third to first—and straight to the checkered flag.
It still features the dazzling double staircase and checkered marble flooring in the grand entryway.
From MarketWatch
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
