‘A team still trying to rebuild the confidence that has been dented by a shoogly start to the season, Alloa's desires were fuelled as much by fear as ambition.’
‘With the pace in their ranks they could do this with some menace, but after their shoogly start the Hibs rearguard didn't give them too many openings.’
‘The shoogly arms of a number of old women are raised in praise of God.’
‘I crossed the burn by the shoogly bridge again, before following the excellent path leading up to the Bealach Beithe.’
‘I hope you like it, if not, it's handy for a shoogly table.’
Origin
Middle English probably of imitative origin.
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