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as in hairy
covered with or as if with hair
a big, shaggy dog kept trying to lick my face
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Recent Examples of shaggy
The bear was almost on top of us when, with a deafening roar, the shot from both barrels smacked into that enormous shaggy head.
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Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
Between segments, Byrd, a shaggy-haired blonde perpetually clad in a spiderweb crochet bikini, would take calls from viewers, urge them to use condoms and dental dams, and get ready for the next performer, who would vary in gender expression and talent.
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Mike Albo,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
However, despite Fariala’s tight control of the tone and the musical elements, the script remains shaggy and unfocused at times.
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Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
22 May 2026
Continue tossing with the fork until the dough is just evenly damp and shaggy, being careful not to overwork the dough too much.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 May 2026
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Anton Money,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
Between segments, Byrd, a shaggy-haired blonde perpetually clad in a spiderweb crochet bikini, would take calls from viewers, urge them to use condoms and dental dams, and get ready for the next performer, who would vary in gender expression and talent.
—
Mike Albo,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
However, despite Fariala’s tight control of the tone and the musical elements, the script remains shaggy and unfocused at times.
—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
22 May 2026
Continue tossing with the fork until the dough is just evenly damp and shaggy, being careful not to overwork the dough too much.
—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for shaggy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shaggy
Adjective
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The ambitious series will debut new episodes later this year, making this the perfect time to prop up your hairy feet and marathon the first two seasons.
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The threat that these hairy tanks (some can weigh over 1,500 pounds) pose to drivers is so great that Volvo, a brand synonymous with safety, built their own life-sized rubber replica.
Adjective
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Audra stooped down to hug Christina, 3, who donned a fuzzy white jacket with bear-like ears on the hood.
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The brief clip showed off a new cast of characters, beginning with fuzzy television static before exploding into a montage propelled by intense music and kinetic bursts of action, carrying on the spirit of the first season through energetic animation and heavily stylised art.
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The Marmaille cuvée, introduced from the 2023 vintage, blends Cinsault and Grenache to emphasize fruit and elegance, while a Grenache-dominant cuvée offers a silkier profile aligned with modern food pairing.
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The 2019 has aromas of licorice, cassis, black raspberry, cedar, and mocha with silky tannins and flavors of sweet baking spices, ripe dark fruits, and a touch of dark chocolate in the finish.
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After a couple of rough shooting nights against Minnesota and Las Vegas, the Valkyries found their groove.
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Salicylic acid works deep within pores to tackle buildup, while lactic acid smooths rough texture and refines skin’s surface, leaving skin looking clearer and feeling smoother in just a few swipes.
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“Shaggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shaggy. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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