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Adverb for resembling a rope, especially in being long, strong, and fibrous
“Their long hair was thick and ropy, hanging partway down their broad backs.”
Adverb for having a slimy texture
“I have a cow whose milk, when about twenty-four hours old, becomes slimy and ropy.”
Adverb for of low or poor quality
“Only a handful of tracks are sung in rather ropy English.”
Adverb for feeling sickly or unwell
“Despite still feeling ropy the next day, Ursula sets out in the pouring rain for Hangrum.”
Adverb for in a state of disrepair or dilapidation
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