patchy
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/ˈpætʃi/
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/ˈpætʃi/
occurring only in some places and not in others
The grass was dry and patchy, with some areas green and others brown.
草地干燥且斑驳,有些地方是绿色的,有些地方是棕色的。
inconsistent in quality or performance
The local provision of facilities is patchy, with some areas having excellent services and others lacking basic amenities.
当地的设施配备不均衡,有些地区服务优秀,而其他地区缺乏基本设施。