filthy

Example Sentences

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Fruit makes up more than half of the filthy bunch, according to a report released Tuesday by the nonprofit.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

Norway still exports plenty of oil and gas to the rest of Europe, while China’s electric age has been backed by filthy coal.

From Slate • Mar. 12, 2026

"The smell is awful, very pungent. It is also unpleasant to look at. It looks filthy," said Nurhasanah, who like many Indonesians only has one name.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Like the moths of nearby Manchester that evolved from white to black to survive the Industrial Revolution, they’re products of their filthy environment.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

“Aw, come on!” screeches the filthy gnome in my hands.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen