slightly undone

Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words

Refers to something that is only a little unfastened, like a button or a zip.

undoneADVERB + ADJECTIVE

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slightly

Examples (10)

  • His tie was slightly undone after a long day at work.
  • She noticed her shoelace was slightly undone before she tripped.
  • The top button of his shirt was slightly undone, giving him a relaxed look.
  • The knot in the rope was slightly undone, so he tightened it.
  • Her hair, though neatly tied, was slightly undone around her face.
  • The parcel arrived with its string slightly undone, but nothing was lost.
  • He always leaves his top shirt button slightly undone for comfort.
  • The zipper on her jacket was slightly undone, revealing her blouse.
  • Even a slightly undone buckle can cause a safety hazard.
  • The bandage had come slightly undone, requiring re-wrapping.