sloppy

Example Sentences

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Customers will be limited to three of the sloppy burgers while supplies last.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

"We went through a stage where we weren't performing at our best. We were a bit sloppy in our play, but we have found a new way to play again," he said.

From BBC • May 5, 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

In any event, the sloppy and fatuous nature of American good will can never be relied upon to deal with hard problems.

From "The Fire Next Time" by James Baldwin