1
as in poor
of low quality
shoddy merchandise that soon fell to pieces
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2
as in notorious
not respectable
a waterfront area filled with shoddy saloons, tattoo parlors, and houses of prostitution
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Recent Examples of shoddy
Jonathan Van Harmelen, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
The 2025 ballot was the all-time nadir of the nominating committee, the shoddiest ballot ever, with more than one 1960s/1970s D-list leftover.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2026
Katherine Lagrave, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2018
Only traditional organic feeds such as the shoddy are allowed
—Craig Ballinger, Slate Magazine, 20 Mar. 2017
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Adjective
The Washington Post reported in September that the facility’s poor food, shoddy living quarters and exposure to the desert sun violated 60 federal regulations.
—Jonathan Van Harmelen, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 2026
The 2025 ballot was the all-time nadir of the nominating committee, the shoddiest ballot ever, with more than one 1960s/1970s D-list leftover.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
Recycled pop bottles are made into carpets and seat linings, and cotton shoddy—used to make blue jeans—is recycled and turned into sound insulation.
—Katherine Lagrave, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2018
Only traditional organic feeds such as the shoddy are allowed
—Craig Ballinger, Slate Magazine, 20 Mar. 2017
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoddy
Adjective
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Injuries to key players on the Amazin’s contributed to some poor numbers as well.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Although poor students are disproportionately likely to receive special education in New York City, well-off disabled kids are the ones most acutely driving up the budget.—
Marc Novicoff,
The Atlantic,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Despite outstanding architecture, what makes this imposing building truly notorious is its storied past.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Someone else brought up a great point; traditional hummingbird nectar is notorious for making a sticky mess.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Cotton also gets softer with every wash instead of pilling or degrading — a durability advantage synthetic blends can’t match.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The third wave involved fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid now produced illicitly in mass quantities.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Now, nearly two years later, the school finds itself in a terrible spot, as accusations of serious misconduct arise and an investigation by the athletic department heats up.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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And, betting on terrible outcomes doesn't signify what the better actually wants to happen.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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After hitting the jackpot with newcomer Jeremy Culhane‘s spot-on Tucker Carlson impression a month ago, Saturday Night Live‘s Weekend Update opted for a redux — this time featuring the infamous Fox News commentator’s less-than-complimentary takes on the Met Gala.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
9 May 2026
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Stewart was referring to West’s infamous feud with Davidson, who dated West’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
8 May 2026
Noun
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The simulations showed that the collision unfolded in several stages.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
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Some people know that there is no human on the other side but say that the simulation of connection and understanding is enough.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Cars were exciting, efficient, and relatively cheap.—
Oren Peleg,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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Its aggressive marketing strategy persuades users to buy a vast range of items at cheaper prices.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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Bush violet thrives in shady conditions of the porch, producing an abundance of bright purple blooms throughout the growing season.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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As long as there’s plenty of clearance for fire safety measures, the tree’s branches can provide a shady spot for gathering while the sun is still high in the sky.—
Marisa Donnelly,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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“Shoddy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoddy. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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