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Janky

Definition:

Janky is a slang term that refers to something that is of poor quality, unreliable, or in a bad condition. It can also mean something that is sketchy or suspicious.

Use case:

You can use janky to describe anything that is not up to par, such as a broken-down car, a malfunctioning electronic device, or a poorly made product. You can also use janky to refer to a person who is untrustworthy or deceitful. For example, "I wouldn't buy that janky phone if I were you, it's always breaking down." Or, "I don't trust that guy, he seems really janky."


The usage of the idiom 'Janky' in a sentence

• That pizza place is janky, the toppings were all over the place and the crust was burnt.

• The car I bought from that shady dealership turned out to be janky, it broke down after only a week.

• My brother's room is so janky, there are clothes and food wrappers everywhere.

• The janky wiring in the old building caused a short circuit and started a fire.

• I had to throw away my janky old phone because the battery kept dying and the screen was cracked.

• I wouldn't trust that janky website with my personal information, it looks like it was made in the 90s.

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