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shabby

[shab-ee] / ˈʃæb i /




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His novel “The Damned Utd,” based on Brian Clough’s disastrous 44 days managing Leeds United in 1974, captures the texture of an English provincial city of the era, all shabby hotels, beer and highways.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Super Micro Computer spiked 69% in May—not quite as good as its rival, Dell, but not too shabby.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

He is obsessed with popular media and showbiz and the shabby values they embody.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

“I’m doing an analysis right now for a couple where his PIA is $4,050 and hers is not too shabby, either. They could have $100,000 coming in as income per year. That’s a huge foundation.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

In the distance, a shabby shack on stilts comes into view.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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