misshapen

Example Sentences

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But it also puts a target on his splotchy, misshapen head, especially when Garbinger senses in his nemesis an exploitable biofuel.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 30, 2025

While the blobfish is known for its misshapen silhouette, in its natural deep-sea habitat it actually resembles a regular fish, with its shape kept together by the high water pressure.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2025

Trim regularly: Don’t let the plant get misshapen and then inflict a severe haircut on it.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

He has identified an enzyme, p38 MAPK, part of a neuronal signaling pathway activated by the misshapen protein, which leads to the collapse of neurons’ dendritic spines.

From Science Magazine • Mar. 21, 2024

She rarely found him at games, lately, though; most often he was alone in the clearing near the river, hammering away on the misshapen vessel that he called his boat.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry