messily
/ˈmɛsəli/
adverb
- In a messy, untidy, or disorganized manner.
- The papers were piled messily on the desk after the late-night study session.
- He painted messily, splattering drops of blue on the floor.
- She ate her ice cream messily, getting chocolate on her shirt.
- In a way that is complicated, confused, or lacking order (figurative).
- Their relationship broke up messily, with lots of arguments and hurt feelings.
- The project was handled messily, causing delays and confusion.
- The negotiations ended messily, with both sides walking away angry.
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