100 Examples of sentences containing the adjective "dodgy"

Definition

The adjective dodgy has several meanings:

1. Untrustworthy or unreliable: Used to describe a person, situation, or information that is likely to be deceptive or not to be relied upon.
2. Risky or dangerous: Referring to a situation that may involve danger or is fraught with hazards.
3. In poor condition: Often used in British English to describe something that is substandard or faulty.

Synonyms

• Unreliable
• Suspicious
• Shifty
• Dishonest
• Risky
• Hazardous
• Questionable
• Unsound
• Deceptive
• Dubious

Antonyms

• Trustworthy
• Reliable
• Safe
• Certain
• Straightforward
• Clear
• Honest
• Secure

Examples

1. The dodgy deal he offered raised a lot of red flags.
2. I wouldn't trust her; she has a dodgy reputation.
3. That street feels a bit dodgy at night.
4. He made a dodgy investment that didn’t pay off.
5. She gave a dodgy explanation for her absence.
6. The dodgy wiring in the house could cause a fire.
7. I got a dodgy feeling about that email.
8. His dodgy behavior made everyone suspicious.
9. The car has some dodgy brakes that need immediate attention.
10. It was a dodgy neighborhood, so we decided to leave early.
11. The restaurant had a dodgy health inspection record.
12. That company has a dodgy history of customer complaints.
13. I don't want to buy anything from that dodgy website.
14. His dodgy excuses weren't convincing at all.
15. The dodgy terrain made hiking difficult.
16. She took a dodgy shortcut to avoid traffic.
17. The investment seemed dodgy from the start.
18. He has a dodgy past that he doesn't like to talk about.
19. I wouldn't recommend that dodgy mechanic to anyone.
20. The dodgy contract had several hidden fees.
21. The film had a dodgy plot twist that was hard to follow.
22. We encountered a dodgy situation during our travels.
23. The dodgy GPS led us to the wrong location.
24. It felt a bit dodgy to walk alone in that area.
25. The dodgy marketing tactics raised ethical concerns.
26. I have a dodgy feeling about going there alone.
27. His dodgy claims were quickly debunked.
28. The dodgy internet connection made it hard to work.
29. She was caught in a dodgy scheme that promised quick returns.
30. The dodgy paint job on the house made it look bad.
31. His dodgy credit history caused problems when applying for a loan.
32. The dodgy results of the study raised questions about its validity.
33. I wouldn’t eat at that dodgy diner again.
34. The dodgy transaction was flagged by the bank.
35. The dodgy alleyway was not well-lit.
36. I heard some dodgy rumors about the new manager.
37. The dodgy wiring in the building was a safety hazard.
38. It was a dodgy move to cut corners on the project.
39. The dodgy service at that hotel was disappointing.
40. He always seemed a bit dodgy with his answers.
41. The dodgy rules of the game were confusing.
42. I encountered a dodgy character at the bar last night.
43. That dodgy investment opportunity turned out to be a scam.
44. The dodgy neighborhood had a high crime rate.
45. I felt dodgy after eating that questionable food.
46. The dodgy website asked for too much personal information.
47. The dodgy smoke alarm didn't go off during the fire.
48. His dodgy business practices caught up with him eventually.
49. She had a dodgy feeling about the meeting.
50. The dodgy mechanic overcharged for simple repairs.
51. They gave a dodgy presentation that lacked evidence.
52. I wouldn't trust that dodgy source for news.
53. The dodgy car broke down on the way to the event.
54. He was acting a bit dodgy when I asked him about his alibi.
55. The dodgy advertisement promised too much.
56. That dodgy app kept crashing on my phone.
57. We took a dodgy route to avoid the traffic jam.
58. Her dodgy behavior raised concerns among her colleagues.
59. The dodgy travel agency had numerous complaints.
60. He was known for his dodgy dealings in the market.
61. The dodgy wiring was a fire hazard.
62. I had a dodgy experience with that contractor.
63. There were some dodgy characters hanging around the bar.
64. The dodgy deal fell apart at the last minute.
65. She had a dodgy look on her face when I confronted her.
66. The dodgy path through the forest was overgrown.
67. His dodgy explanations left us all confused.
68. The dodgy product was recalled due to safety issues.
69. I noticed some dodgy behavior from the new employee.
70. The dodgy file wouldn’t open on my computer.
71. They seemed a bit dodgy when discussing their finances.
72. The dodgy claims were dismissed by experts.
73. That dodgy hotel didn’t have any reviews online.
74. The dodgy investment was too good to be true.
75. I was wary of the dodgy salesman at the market.
76. The dodgy public transport had many delays.
77. He gave a dodgy answer when asked about his whereabouts.
78. The dodgy information led to confusion.
79. The dodgy old car barely made it up the hill.
80. It seemed like a dodgy situation when they wouldn't show their ID.
81. I found a dodgy deal on that auction site.
82. The dodgy internet cafe had slow connections.
83. We encountered a dodgy group of people in the park.
84. His dodgy past made it hard to trust him.
85. The dodgy construction work put the building at risk.
86. I had a dodgy feeling about that job offer.
87. The dodgy bar was known for its shady clientele.
88. The dodgy product lacked any certification.
89. He seemed a bit dodgy when I pressed him for details.
90. The dodgy health claims were quickly disproven.
91. That dodgy neighborhood is best avoided after dark.
92. The dodgy software caused my computer to crash.
93. She was in a dodgy situation after losing her wallet.
94. The dodgy deal left him regretting his decision.
95. I wouldn't trust that dodgy contractor with my home renovation.
96. The dodgy equipment failed during the test.
97. His dodgy promises were never fulfilled.
98. The dodgy situation escalated quickly.
99. I was skeptical of the dodgy testimonials online.
100. The dodgy terrain made hiking treacherous.