sloppy

Example Sentences

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The mess of her is actually me, because I’m a little bit sloppy as a person.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Exeter took full advantage of a sloppy first half from the visitors, with Henry Slade and Will Rigg scoring from interceptions after Ross Vintcent's opening score.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The tips and tricks I use to avoid being taken in by sloppy A.I.-generated content are the same that have always existed for combating disinformation, and were honed mainly during my humanities degree.

From Slate • Mar. 28, 2026

Victims’ lawyers have criticized sloppy and inconsistent redactions in the released files, and some federal lawmakers have openly questioned whether all pertinent evidence has been disclosed.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Dismay nuzzled his cold, wet nose into my neck and slurped my cheek with his sloppy tongue.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles