scruffy

Example Sentences

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The grounds are scruffy, wiring and plumbing are outdated, the gymnasium air conditioning hasn’t worked in years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Joseph’s look contrasts with the somewhat scruffy beard and receding hairline of the donor kneeling at the right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

After all, Robertson was the scruffy little fat lad who conquered all of Europe twice.

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2025

They voted for a scruffy guy in a leather jacket promising pain now, gain later.

From Barron's • Oct. 31, 2025

The scruffy student explains, “I saw Picnic_ant at the grocery store a couple of weeks ago. She bagged my food. Actually, she’s there every Friday afternoon, so.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith