1
: having many uncertain or unknown qualities or conditions
an iffy proposition
2
: of inconsistent or unreliable quality
iffiness
noun
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Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
27 June 2026
Porter’s issues at other stops and iffy commitment to defense are likely going to cap his salary south of this BORD$ valuation, as the Bucks may not have much competition for his services at eight-figure prices.
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John Hollinger,
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26 June 2026
However, both are iffy three-point shooters, so at least one of them will need to make major strides in that department moving forward.
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Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2026
Some agreed with some of the rules that Vidya and Rakesh had laid out for their children, but were iffy on others.
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Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
27 June 2026
Porter’s issues at other stops and iffy commitment to defense are likely going to cap his salary south of this BORD$ valuation, as the Bucks may not have much competition for his services at eight-figure prices.
—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
However, both are iffy three-point shooters, so at least one of them will need to make major strides in that department moving forward.
—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2026
Some agreed with some of the rules that Vidya and Rakesh had laid out for their children, but were iffy on others.
—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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“Iffy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iffy. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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iffy
adjective
if·fy
ˈif-ē 
1
: having many uncertain or unknown qualities or conditions
an iffy situation
2
: of inconsistent or unreliable quality
iffiness
noun
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