unsightly
adjective
un·sight·ly
ˌən-ˈsīt-lē 
: not pleasing to the sight : not comely
an unsightly mess
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Examples of unsightly in a Sentence
The cracks in the wall are unsightly.
strip-mining leaves an unsightly gash in the landscape
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Grout, which is porous, can be a breeding ground for these unsightly and potentially hazardous issues.
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Jamie Gold, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
And besides the unsightly appearance, lint can also clog washing machines and dryers, leading to potential mechanical issues.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2024
The seamless construction eliminates unsightly bulges and visible bra lines, while the underarm smoothing panels ensure a comfortable fit.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
But Pyrex dishes are vulnerable to an unsightly buildup of sticky brown glaze and yellow grease stains that come from regular use.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
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Jamie Gold, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
And besides the unsightly appearance, lint can also clog washing machines and dryers, leading to potential mechanical issues.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2024
The seamless construction eliminates unsightly bulges and visible bra lines, while the underarm smoothing panels ensure a comfortable fit.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024
But Pyrex dishes are vulnerable to an unsightly buildup of sticky brown glaze and yellow grease stains that come from regular use.
—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Unsightly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsightly. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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unsightly
adjective
un·sight·ly
ˌən-ˈsīt-lē
ˈən-
: unpleasant to the sight : ugly
an unsightly scar
unsightliness
noun
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