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galoot

[guh-loot] / gəˈlut /


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The old galoot closed the deal on a new digital toy this week, purchasing Twitter.

From Slate Oct. 29, 2022

Naturally, Ralph, goodhearted galoot that he is, will learn the error of trying to control his friends, and also the folly of trying to commodify things such as respect and affirmation.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 14, 2018

It’s adorable, and James Taylor is a big old good-natured galoot who is obviously way too nice for JoJo.

From Time Jun. 6, 2016

To the end, Frank confessed that he knew nothing more than the average galoot.

From Washington Post May 28, 2015

He was a big, tall galoot of a kid with narrow eyes.

From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck




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