Definition of Squalid
extremely dirty and unpleasant
Examples of Squalid in a sentence
The homeless man had no choice but to sleep in squalid conditions. 🔊
During the war, many prisoners had to live in squalid camps where water and food were in short supply. 🔊
The abandoned house was squalid and filled with rats. 🔊
When the health inspector saw the squalid conditions of the restaurant, he insisted the owners close the establishment immediately. 🔊
There were roaches and ants inside of the squalid motel. 🔊
Since Frank’s wife died, he has done nothing but remain inside of his squalid home that looks as though it has not been cleaned in years. 🔊
The kidnapped little girl was kept in a squalid shed that contained nothing but a filthy mattress. 🔊
Because the landlord allowed his tenants to live in squalid conditions, he was sentenced to nine months in jail by the state judge. 🔊
The murder took place in a squalid building that was occupied mostly by drug dealers and gang members. 🔊
Although Regina is now a wealthy woman who lives in a mansion, she has never forgotten her early years in the squalid one-bedroom apartment. 🔊
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