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Shaggy Dog Story

Noun

1. A long, winding, and often pointless anecdote or joke that concludes with an unexpectedly anticlimactic or irrelevant punchline.

Example sentence: He spent hours recounting a shaggy dog story about his trip to the grocery store, leaving his friends unamused and bewildered.

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Adjective

1. Having unkempt, untidy, or tangled hair; messy.

Example sentence: He appeared with his shaggy dog hair, giving him a carefree and laid-back look.

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Adjective

1. Informal term used to describe something that is scruffy, in disarray, or haphazardly put together.

Example sentence: The room was filled with shaggy dog furniture, giving the place a bohemian and cozy feel.

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