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as in ragged
having an uneven edge or outline
it's going to be hard to repair the jagged tear in the tablecloth so that it doesn't show
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as in uneven
not having a level or smooth surface
rode our mountain bikes down the trail's jagged terrain, which made for a bumpy ride
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Recent Examples of jagged
But, houndstooth is a broken twill, so while there is a noticeable diagonal pattern in the weave, there are also jagged edges in the pattern.
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2024
First ladies, by the cursed nature of the role, are supposed to humanize and soften the jagged, ugly edge of power.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2024
Where to explore Join Walking Donegal for a hike along the jagged coast; wander Glenveagh National Park's extensive trails; and take in the magnificent gardens at Deirdre Brennan and Seamus O'Donnell's Cluain na dTor.
Where to eat and drink
Sample thimbles of whiskey at the Croithlí Distillery.
—Saki Knafo, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2024
Red River Gorge, located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, spans nearly 30,000 acres and is home to scenic waterfalls, natural forming bridges, jagged cliffs and more.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 12 Oct. 2024
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2024
First ladies, by the cursed nature of the role, are supposed to humanize and soften the jagged, ugly edge of power.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2024
Where to explore Join Walking Donegal for a hike along the jagged coast; wander Glenveagh National Park's extensive trails; and take in the magnificent gardens at Deirdre Brennan and Seamus O'Donnell's Cluain na dTor.
Where to eat and drink
Sample thimbles of whiskey at the Croithlí Distillery.
—Saki Knafo, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2024
Red River Gorge, located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, spans nearly 30,000 acres and is home to scenic waterfalls, natural forming bridges, jagged cliffs and more.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 12 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jagged
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Carl Wanderer was sentenced to hang for killing the unnamed ragged stranger.Marianne Mather, Chicago Tribune, 24 Oct. 2024
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While the Barry star is great here, the episode actually belongs to Mia Isaac and the terrifying Amy Ruggiero as an escaped patient named Alice Taylor, who appears at a hospital one night in a ragged state, unable to close her mouth.Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2024
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The move relegates Miller Moss to a reserve role after nine uneven starts this season.Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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But the reality has been far more sluggish, marked by incremental progress and uneven adoption.Zennon Kapron, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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Without breaking stride, Hunter blew past four more Utah defenders and hopped into the end zone, a broken play transformed into a work of art.Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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De Menezes was on his way to repair a broken fire alarm when he was shot and killed in an underground carriage at Stockwell station.Irenie Forshaw, theweek, 12 Nov. 2024
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Rather than ascending the peak itself, William opted for a more intimate experience along the coastal foothills, a scenic spot known for its sweeping ocean views and rugged terrain.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The materials felt rugged and of excellent quality that will last for years.Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
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What Klay Thompson’s return to the Bay really meant to him, the Warriors Curry, on a rough shooting night, took a charge on Jake LaRavia and then swiped Jaylen Wells in the backcourt before hitting a 3.Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Jagged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jagged. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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