unkempt
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Lee, who grew up in L.A. and teaches English at Loyola Marymount University, says her unkempt garden reminds her of Los Angeles in some ways.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Some people might judge Roxanne’s home as messy or unkempt.
From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026
In it, he played a nerdy, unkempt co-founder who gets left behind when the business takes off.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
"Because I can't style my hair the way I want, I end up thinking I look unkempt and unattractive, and that has seriously eroded my confidence."
From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025
An old wizard in camouflage with a dirty beard and unkempt hair takes out a wand.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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