galoot
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It’s always difficult to rank the ol’ galoot, but the volatility was especially acute this week.
From Slate ● Jan. 17, 2020
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
Tall and gangly and with arms that seem impossibly long, the Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz is an endearing galoot, never menacing even when talking tough.
From New York Times ● Jan. 31, 2012
Who would let such a galoot in the door?
From "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli
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