How to Use funky in a Sentence

funky

adjective
  • Come for the war against the machines, stay for the funky break.
    — Peter Rubin, Longreads, 2 Mar. 2023
  • The Black Keys on the L.A. hangout that led to their funky new album.
    — Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2024
  • The sauce clings to the pasta and packs a mean punch of spicy, funky, sweet, salty flavor.
    — Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2023
  • The crowd always seems open to new sounds and funky music as well.
    — Katie Bain, Billboard, 24 Mar. 2023
  • The hard schedule and funky Fenway led Bochy to make some changes to the lineup.
    — Evan Grant, Dallas News, 5 July 2023
  • These funky vintage cakes will always be in style in the South.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Of course, that didn’t stop him from jamming a funky slap-bass solo at the end.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 7 July 2023
  • In the first slide, the two girls walk the boardwalk in funky, furry boots, micro-length skirts and brimmed hats.
    — Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 23 Nov. 2023
  • The two artists deliver funky rhythms and disco vibes with a touch of rock.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Mark Wahlberg and his funky bunch are loving life in Las Vegas!
    — Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 29 Apr. 2023
  • Lotsa love to all of my trans, enby and gender funky friends.
    — Leah Campano, Seventeen, 5 Apr. 2023
  • Here are the most common reasons your urine may produce a funky smell and how to ditch the stench ASAP.
    — Women's Health, 28 Apr. 2023
  • It can be worn with heels and funky jewelry to truly stand out.
    — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2023
  • Known in fashion circles for her funky and unique sense of style, Sevigny has long been a muse for the brand.
    — Tracey Harrington McCoy, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2023
  • Add a funky rug that not only keeps those winter boots cozy but also sets the tone for a fun, fresh vibe.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2024
  • The singer rocked two cute bikinis (one with a funky gold belly chain), that showed off her super strong abs.
    — Emily J. Shiffer, Women's Health, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Watch rings are the perfect funky and unique jewelry piece to add an edgy, vintage flair to your 'fits.
    — Briannah Rivera, Seventeen, 8 Mar. 2023
  • The city rolled past: Muni buses, the funky old streetcars, tourists with cameras.
    — Carl Nolte, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Apr. 2023
  • The Spicy & Sweet has a kick of jalapeño and honey, while the Honey Truffle gets funky with black truffles mixed into the cream cheese.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 27 June 2023
  • Some brands offer other, more funky colors like cream, green, and gold.
    — Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2023
  • Pick your favorite nail shade to layer them on, and wear these for holiday style or for a funky, fun look.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Nordstrom has some great discounts on funky mugs and platters.
    — Mackenzie Chung Fegan, Bon Appétit, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Whites are typically more appealing to a broad range of palates, while reds run the gamut from funky to grape juicey.
    — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 2 Jan. 2024
  • Gnomes and shrooms go together like leprechauns and pots of gold, so pair this funky fungus with your chillest gnomie.
    — Nevin Martell, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Though the music began to change in the late ’80s, the predominant vibe into the early ’90s was still funky, fresh fun.
    — Amy Dubois Barnett, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2024
  • That’s because the song was this super intense hard rock funky metal song.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2023
  • Swift pairs the cute dress with funky hair clips pulling her new brunette locks away from her face.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Hill will again battle lefties, and Yarbrough can give the team multiple innings and a funky lefty look.
    — Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Turmeric adds earthiness to the delicate broth while getting a flavorful assist from a splash of funky fish sauce.
    — Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Barrel-leg jeans came into the zeitgeist just a few years ago as a funky denim trend with questionable longevity.
    — Andrea Bossi, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026

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