peaky
Example Sentences
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You look a bit peaky, if you don’t mind me saying so.”
From Literature
A global phenomenon, the "peaky effect" has also inspired a number of tours, with an abundance of tourists flocking to visit local attractions and filming locations.
From BBC
When his mother was around eight or nine, she worked for bookmakers - who were called peaky blinders - when betting was illegal.
From BBC
Enjoy the display until your plant begins to look peaky, then give it a dignified toss into the compost.
From Seattle Times
The flow is "really flashy, really peaky," Ng says.
From Science Magazine
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