Translations for „ropy“ in the English » Russian Dictionary

rop(e)y <-ier, -iest> [ˈrəʊpɪ, Am ˈroʊ-] ADJ Brit, Aus inf

1. rop(e)y (ill):

rop(e)y

нездоро́вый

2. rop(e)y argument:

rop(e)y

плохо́й

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The twisting and ropy vine-like weeds tangle through the crop, using up nutrients, water and farmers' patience at harvest time.

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The soil is moist with fecundity; undergrowths are thick with mystery; ropy climbers swing and interlock in every direction; the canopy lends a spell of brooding shadows.

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The cheapskate way can often end up costing more and leading to a pretty ropy experience.

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The soundtrack is excellent, the voice-work is impressive (especially in light of the ropy dialogue) and the musical score is a fantastic mix of ethereal synths and orchestral pomp.

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Braised chicken rested in a shallow pool of broth atop ropy noodles, garnished with sliced shallots (also an ingredient in the paste) and pickled mustard greens.

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I did a lot of travelling in my twenties and stayed in a lot of ropy places, but one stands out.

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For a little extra, one can hold a swath of the ropy black strands.

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Meanwhile, farmers will continue to depend on ropy government agencies for essential materials such as fertiliser and oil.

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It is a picture of him before the war, in a suit and tie, clean-shaven, his angular features softened into a ropy handsomeness.

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Ale muste haue these properties, it muste be fresshe and cleare, it muste not be ropy, nor smoky, nor it must haue no wefte nor tayle.

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