ratty

Example Sentences

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Reubens can be charming talking about “finding a character” just by putting on a ratty wig, and candid when he admits that Jay Longtoe — his Native American lounge singer character — was racist.

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2025

I know people think it is about his goal - and it was a wonderful strike - but he was all over the place, putting his foot in, making loads of fouls, ratty tackles.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2024

After spending the night at an uncharacteristically ratty Holiday Inn Express in Willcox, I took U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2024

Although most historical accounts date the arrival of brown rats to about 1775, new evidence suggests this ratty rivalry began much earlier.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 4, 2024

When Angie finally comes out of her room, she’s wearing a ratty gray robe and her hair is matted and greasy.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez