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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
These were big, shaggy beasts belonging to a Toda tribe.
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Cyril E. Holland, Outdoor Life, 8 May 2025
The look is elfin, but less shaggy than an elfish cut, often pulled off with a mod, micro-cut bang instead.
—Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
Press and fold flour mixture together by hand until a rough, shaggy dough forms.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
With his boyish charm, shaggy hair and standout singing voice, the 20-year-old quickly became the face of a generation.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Cyril E. Holland, Outdoor Life, 8 May 2025
The look is elfin, but less shaggy than an elfish cut, often pulled off with a mod, micro-cut bang instead.
—Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
Press and fold flour mixture together by hand until a rough, shaggy dough forms.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025
With his boyish charm, shaggy hair and standout singing voice, the 20-year-old quickly became the face of a generation.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for shaggy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shaggy
Adjective
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins poked fun at Travis Kelce’s hairy back as a photo of the Kansas City Chiefs star went viral across social media last week.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2025
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The visual of Molly’s head under a blanket and Guy’s two hairy legs dangling over the side of the bed is terrifically funny.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The purpose of Memorial Day also has become fuzzier because there are ever fewer veterans to tell the story.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2025
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Her wish comes true in the form of a gleefully chaotic fuzzy blue creature who is the combination of a rambunctious toddler, puppy and koala, with a toothy grin, deadly claws and an irresistible butt wiggle.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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In the final scene of Sirens, Simone stands on the grounds of the mansion, gazing out at the sunset in a silky blue dress.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Made from a silky polyester-Lycra spandex microfiber blend, these gloves feel luxurious on your skin, offering full UV protection (UPF 50+).—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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If your skin is extremely dry and rough, however, the La Roche-Posay Body Moisturizer is rich in prebiotic thermal water, shea butter, and niacinamide is another one of Tookes’ recommendations.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
2 June 2025
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Cloudy skies, rough surf and limited battery life can all reduce their effectiveness.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Shaggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shaggy. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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