patchy

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patchy(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. irregular
The government's response to these types of natural disasters has been patchy.La respuesta gubernamental a este tipo de desastres naturales ha sido irregular.
b. poco uniforme (appearance)
The paint in the kitchen looks patchy. What happened?La pintura en la cocina se ve poco uniforme. ¿Qué pasó?
c. incompleto
Robert's account was patchy and confusing, but it was all police had.La versión de los hechos de Robert estaba incompleta y desconcertante pero era todo lo que la policía tenía.
a. disperso (clouds)
The weather report said to expect a patchy fog.El informe del tiempo dijo que va a haber una niebla dispersa.
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