peaky
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of peaky
First recorded in 1870–75; peak(ed) 2 + -y 1
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A global phenomenon, the "peaky effect" has also inspired a number of tours, with an abundance of tourists flocking to visit local attractions and filming locations.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2025
Enjoy the display until your plant begins to look peaky, then give it a dignified toss into the compost.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 1, 2022
The flow is "really flashy, really peaky," Ng says.
From Science Magazine ● Sep. 11, 2019
Even if you’re not feeling peaky, it might be worth faking a dicky hip during a boring bit.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 23, 2019
Mrs Alice Boland thought, his face is peaky, it's the shock.
From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill
Poor fellow! he seemed peakier and more sallow than when I had seen him last.
From The Stark Munro Letters by Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir
In the peakiest year yet of the Peak TV era, the streaming platform that took the most shots netted the second highest number of nominations.
From Salon ● Jul. 16, 2019
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