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unruly

[uhn-roo-lee] / ʌnˈru li /


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It can be more specific, more referential, more personal or more unruly.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

That said, Mr. Dasgupta’s writing is often unruly, shooting off in many directions at once.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

While Tory chief whip, Sir Gavin was said to have used Cronus to intimidate unruly MPs so they stuck to the party line.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Ryanair last year announced it would fine a passenger 500 euros for unruly behaviour resulting in their removal from an aircraft.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

His reflection flashed back, revealing a thin face with unruly dark hair escaping from beneath a traditional beaded cap.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai




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