unkempt
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He’s resisted the ritual of an unkempt retirement beard.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
She told me that mosquito populations spiked in areas with more human-made mosquito habitat, such as abandoned buildings, unkempt vacant lots, and piles of discarded bulky items.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
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
Even the drive into the training ground has been upgraded in recent years - a sleek, professional, well-lit set-up replacing the old unkempt grassy banks.
From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026
“I know I am rather unkempt at present. But never fear, I shall be sure to bathe and change before giving my speech.”
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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