riley
adjective
turbid; roily.
riley
1 American
[rahy-lee]
/ ˈraɪ li /
adjective
Chiefly Northern and North Midland U.S.
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turbid; roily.
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angry; vexed.
Riley
2
American
[rahy-lee]
/ ˈraɪ li /
Riley
1
British
/ ˈraɪlɪ /
noun
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Bridget ( Louise ). born 1931, English painter, best known for her black-and-white op art paintings of the 1960s
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Gina . born 1961, Australian television actress and writer, best known for playing 'Kim' in the comedy series Kath & Kim (2002–07)
Riley
2
British
/ ˈraɪlɪ /
noun
riley
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Example Sentences
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She's always riley when she doesn't get plenty to drink," said Pine, "but she hasn't kicked once in all this.
From Two Arrows A Story of Red and White by Stoddard, William Osborn
I was trying to swallow a mouthful of the bitter toast and riley coffee, and couldn't in my heart contradict her.
From Phemie Frost's Experiences by Stephens, Ann S. (Ann Sophia)
I'm a real hoss, I am, and I get kinder riley with those critters.
From Our American Cousin by Taylor, Tom
But everything has its drawbacks, the water there hain't like Jonesville water; I don't say it to twit 'em, but it is a solemn truth, the water is riley, they can't dispute it.
From Samantha at the St. Louis Exposition by Holley, Marietta
Oh! don't you get riley, you and I ran against each other when I came in, but we'll be friends yet.
From Our American Cousin by Taylor, Tom
The idea behind this new paid service is "getting the fastest investors and algorithms a split-second advantage," Art Hogan, an analyst with B. Riley Wealth Management, told AFP.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
“Having as many midyears made a massive difference; I mean, there’s no question about it,” Riley said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
"I do think Baroness Casey will make the changes we need," Riley added.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Riley wants to keep her mum in the family home, but the caring commitments affect her job as a dental nurse.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Coach Riley called for the Jupiters to go with him.
From "The Missing Mitt (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #2)" by Franklin W. Dixon
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