in the rough
Example Sentences
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Bhatia enjoyed six birdies and an eagle at the par-five 14th, where he chipped in from 47 feet out in the rough.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
Certain items may be overvalued, while others may be the proverbial diamonds in the rough.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 26, 2025
“Everyone would want the diamond in the rough, which is really the studios business ... and HBO.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025
England's Aaron Rai was made to carry his own bag from tee to green after his caddie hit the putting surface with her tee shot, while he ended up in the rough.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2025
Rescue boats bob in the rough surf, plucking the treaders with looped gaffs.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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