draggled 1 of 2

draggled

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verb

past tense of draggle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for draggled
Adjective
  • The land, unfenced, abuts a bald blackened hillside that must be public land.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
  • In its time open, fueled by fans of its blackened mahi and buttery lobster rolls, owner Mike Smith has expanded his footprint, moving into a larger stall in the popular food hall — which has allowed for a menu expansion, as well.
    Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2022
Verb
  • Boots were made to look deliberately disheveled, with tiny ladybirds across them.
    ABC News, ABC News, 24 June 2026
  • Inspector Thomas Lynley, eighth earl of Asherton and generally natty guy played by Nathaniel Parker, and his distinctly working-class and perpetually disheveled sergeant, Barbara Havers (Sharon Small), creates a classic odd-couple mix that allows some actual insight into issues of class and gender.
    Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Adjective
  • Everything from the casting (male dancers, internet faves, and very few actual models) to the scenery (a 191-year-old venue with plenty of stained glass) to the ambiance (candlelit, with lots of bows and florals) embodied the brand's quintessential mix of romance, community, and nostalgia.
    Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 June 2026
  • Spread the mixture on the stained area; leave it for 15 minutes before wiping it away with a microfiber cloth.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Domingo and Fey get snarky, a clever visual gag earns a surprise laugh, the dialogue is sharper than usual, and the main pairings get jumbled up with purposeful, delightful results.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 28 May 2026
  • Ditch the mish-mash of clothes jumbled in your closet with the help of these storage bins, which are just $4 apiece right now, or add extra clothing storage with this duo of under-bed bags that even have wheels.
    Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
Adjective
  • Margera tried to soothe the pain by submerging his fresh brand in a tub of filthy farm water, which resulted in a life-threatening staph infection that landed him in the hospital.
    Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 26 June 2026
  • Outside the Lineage warehouse Thursday morning, the smell of heavy smoke was already being replaced with that of spoiling food and filthy water.
    Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • The analysis reveals guidance for identifying symptoms, suggesting professional help, and handling sensitive topics like self-harm and disordered eating with caution and accurate resources.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • Women with thyroid issues or disordered eating histories should be especially cautious.
    Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Adjective
  • All 182 guest rooms were given a fresh coat of dusty rose paint, new custom carpet, furniture and upgraded bathrooms.
    Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • At the same time, her eyes were free of the ultimate Millennial marker, winged liner, and colored with a melting pot of brown, bronze and dusty gray shadow, visible in her waterline, too.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Because the devices are relatively new, hospitals do not always categorize the exact type of vehicle involved in a crash, and details such as speed are self-reported, meaning the data can be muddled.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2026
  • This muddled the entire process.
    Tony East, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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“Draggled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draggled. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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