Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • Shaky; joggling.

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Examples

  • Molly and Midge wanted to skip, but Stella never skipped, so the result was a somewhat joggly gait as they went down the path to the orchard.

    Marjorie's Vacation Carolyn Wells 1902

  • "I am writing in the train, so please forgive this joggly writing --"

    Complete Project Gutenberg John Galsworthy Works John Galsworthy 1900

  • "I am writing in the train, so please forgive this joggly writing --"

    The Dark Flower John Galsworthy 1900

  • It was a little joggly in the carriage, she had already found, for the horse was restless from the flies, and she did not like being left alone.

    The Peterkin Papers Lucretia Peabody 1886

  • It was a little joggly in the carriage, she had already found, for the horse was restless from the flies, and she did not like being left alone.

    The Peterkin Papers 1860

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  • "Perhaps a bit crowded and joggly for rifle work," said Holmes. The Fifth Heart by Dan Simmons.

    May 3, 2015