extremely patchy

Frequency: 7.511.3 per million words

Used to emphasize a high degree of inconsistency.

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Examples (10)

  • The local provision of facilities is extremely patchy.
  • Visibility was low due to extremely patchy fog on the motorway.
  • His knowledge of the subject remains extremely patchy despite his efforts.
  • The extremely patchy rain caused problems for the farmers.
  • Her academic record is extremely patchy, with some high marks and many failures.
  • Mobile phone coverage in this mountainous region is extremely patchy.
  • The distribution of wealth in the country has become extremely patchy.
  • Evidence for the theory is extremely patchy and often contradictory.
  • He tried to grow a beard, but the results were extremely patchy.
  • Implementation of the new law has been extremely patchy across different states.