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sloppy

/ˈslɒpi/ adjective · British & US
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What does sloppy mean?

adjective

Lacking neatness or tidiness; careless in appearance or behavior. Having a loose or uncontrolled quality.

Example

"The sloppy construction of the building made it prone to collapse."

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