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dangly

ADJECTIVE
hanging loosely
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She said the plant is thriving, although she doesn’t know the variety, only that it’s dangly and has leaves that cascade down like a waterfall.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Let's think for a moment or two though about what else could go right or wrong for our political parties next week, notwithstanding Alsatians or dangly bits.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2023

Armed with a dangly earring, black turtleneck and sheer will to get that last gasp of airtime, Josh tries to win back Jackie.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2023

The photo shows him in a lovely red off-the-shoulder sequined dress, brunette wig and a pair of dangly earrings.

From Washington Post • Jan. 22, 2023

They wear scarlet outfits or purple ones, and dangly earrings, and hats that look like stage props.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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