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dodgy

[doj-ee]

adjective

dodgier, dodgiest 
  1. inclined to dodge.

  2. evasively tricky.

    a dodgy manner of dealing with people.

  3. Chiefly British.risky; hazardous; chancy.



dodgy

/ ˈɒɪ /

adjective

  1. risky, difficult, or dangerous

  2. uncertain or unreliable; tricky

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of dodgy1

First recorded in 1860–65; dodge + -y 1
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These days he would have too much of an image to uphold, and too much security required, to be seen in the same dodgy establishments as yours truly.

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He also "ferreted about" in a "deception" to obtain false "dodgy" quotes to help the firm get the lucrative business.

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He was a rogue who was sometimes loveable, sometimes dodgy, and occasionally both at the same time.

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They had a couple of dodgy moments against England, which cost them a Grand Slam, but they will take winning the championship.

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He accused officials of "fiddling while Rome burns" and added: "Sorry but I'm on a mission. Dyson knows what he's doing and won't risk his global brand reputation delivering dodgy ventilators."

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