drafty
Example Sentences
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The library was ancient and probably had lots of drafty corridors.
From Literature
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So Marchiano, who also lacks the budget to replace drafty old windows, avoids the colder rooms.
From Barron's
If you’re not sure about moving to this big, old, drafty pile, say no.
From MarketWatch
"It's going to want that warmth, it's not going to want to be in a drafty spot," he says - but they should be kept out of direct sunlight.
From BBC
She slept in the narrow loft space of her parents’ house, and ordinarily it was too drafty and cold, but tonight she could scarcely breathe.
From Literature
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