patchily
/ˈpætʃəli/
adverb
- In an uneven or irregular way; occurring in scattered parts rather than uniformly.
- The grass grew patchily across the lawn because of the dry spots.
- Her memory of the event returned patchily, with some details clear and others fuzzy.
- The Wi-Fi signal worked patchily in the basement, cutting in and out.
- In a way that is incomplete or inconsistent in quality or coverage.
- The movie was patchily entertaining, with a few great scenes but a weak overall plot.
- The report was patchily researched, with some sections thorough and others lacking.
- Snow fell patchily across the region, leaving some towns covered and others bare.
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