scrappy

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adjective (1)

scrap·py ˈskra-pē

scrappier; scrappiest

Synonyms of scrappy next

: consisting of scraps

scrappy meals

scrappy

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adjective (2)

scrappier; scrappiest

: quarrelsome

: having an aggressive and determined spirit : feisty

Examples of scrappy in a Sentence

Adjective (2) she was a scrappy girl despite—or, perhaps, because of—her small size a pair of scrappy movie critics who can never agree on anything

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Adjective

The scrappy but small Tanner Howe didn’t look like a fit at the net-front early. —

Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024 This game pits Texas Tech's high-octane offense against Arkansas' scrappy, bend-but-don't-break defense. —

David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 The scrappy, scrapbook format of the new book, which includes polaroid pics of Bake Club members and their baking efforts, is indicative of how authenticity, effort, and community can make sweet, sweet waves for good. —

Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Today, Portola is still small and scrappy, but the question of the Hawks’ inexperience may well be questioned. —

Martin Henderson, Orange County Register, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scrappy