poky

Example Sentences

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In a world of cautious Catalans and poky Petroffs, the King’s Gambit can guarantee an interesting outing.

From Washington Times • Jan. 17, 2023

Almost all runners, whether veterans or newcomers, poky or fleet, youthful or antique, share one bond.

From Washington Post • Oct. 19, 2022

Sometimes you cut your finger on a poky throne.

From Salon • Sep. 4, 2022

Or were they simply too slow and poky, and now they have to wait some more?

From Slate • Jan. 21, 2020

There are a few poky stores—one that buys used goods, another that sells fake jewelry.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins