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flukey

[ floo-kee ]

/ ˈflu ki /

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adjective, fluk·i·er, fluk·i·est.

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How to use flukey in a sentence

A flukey breeze came out of the southeast and made sweaters comfortable.
The Adventure Club Afloat|Ralph Henry Barbour
Flukey crawled upon his knees to a small box against the wall.
From the Valley of the Missing|Grace Miller White
Flukey, who had approached the group, placed himself closer to his sister.
From the Valley of the Missing|Grace Miller White
Tremblingly she drew closer to Flukey, until sleep overpowered her.
From the Valley of the Missing|Grace Miller White

She had heard Ann explain it, too; but it seemed easier when Flukey interpreted it.
From the Valley of the Missing|Grace Miller White