mangy in a sentence

Definition

Mangy refers to having a shabby or unkempt appearance, often due to neglect or poor condition, especially in animals.

The stray dog looked mangy and in desperate need of a bath.
Despite its mangy appearance, the cat had a surprisingly affectionate nature.
The old sofa was covered in a mangy fabric that had seen better days.
He wore a mangy coat that seemed to have been stitched together from various scraps.
The once-vibrant mural now appeared faded and mangy after years of neglect.