grimier; grimiest
griminess
noun
Examples of grimy in a Sentence
this mirror is so grimy you can barely see your reflection in it
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Without a stink, a grimy dishwasher still deserves a deep clean to restore its shine and efficiency.
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Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
His signature line launched a slew of chart-topping singles, grimy deep cuts, and addictive bass lines on songs for the likes of Travis Scott, Miley Cyrus, Beyoncé, Key Glock, and Sexyy Red.
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Demicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2026
However, between beach trips, grimy airplanes, and constant sweating, this is when my clogged, dry skin needs an excellent facial the most.
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Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
On yet another stage, a set acting as a Detroit basement is decorated with bathtubs and grimy plastic curtains made to look like the lair of a vampire group called the Fang Gang.
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Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
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Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
His signature line launched a slew of chart-topping singles, grimy deep cuts, and addictive bass lines on songs for the likes of Travis Scott, Miley Cyrus, Beyoncé, Key Glock, and Sexyy Red.
—
Demicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2026
However, between beach trips, grimy airplanes, and constant sweating, this is when my clogged, dry skin needs an excellent facial the most.
—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
On yet another stage, a set acting as a Detroit basement is decorated with bathtubs and grimy plastic curtains made to look like the lair of a vampire group called the Fang Gang.
—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for grimy
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“Grimy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grimy. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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