bristly
Aussprache: [ˈbrɪs.tli]
Wort
Kontext: „appearance“
(adjective) when something has stiff, sharp, or rough hairs or fibers that stick up. Think of a bristly brush or an animal with spiky fur.
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The dog's bristly fur made it look quite tough and rugged.
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Her hair was soft and smooth, not bristly at all.
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Do you think this brush feels bristly on your skin?
Kontext: „behavior“
(adjective) when someone is rough or unfriendly in manner. Imagine a person who seems grumpy or prickly, not nice and welcoming.
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Even with his bristly attitude, some people still appreciated his honesty.
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Her friendly smile was a contrast to his bristly approach to conversation.
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Why does he always have such a bristly way of speaking to others?
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