untidy

Example Sentences

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He was unable to exert his influence in forward positions, although this untidy scrap of a friendly against Marcelo Bielsa's side was hardly the stage for creativity to flourish.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"It's going to look a bit untidy on the way through," she said in early November.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

But to Berkowitz the untidy appearance hasn’t diminished what he sees as quality care he’s provided to his ducks.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2024

Now Jordan Clark has been booked for an untidy foul on Ryan Christie who is in pain.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2024

Stannis sat at his Painted Table with Maester Pylos at his shoulder, an untidy pile of papers before them.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin