Not a pretty sight

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phrase

Something that looks unpleasant or unattractive.

After the party, the house was not a pretty sight.
Visual representation of "not a pretty sight" - Something that looks unpleasant or unattractive.

Often appears as...

  • after the storm
  • it was not a pretty sight

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "not a pretty sight"
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Visual Impact

Use this phrase to emphasize the negative visual aspect of a scene or object.

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The graffiti-covered walls were not a pretty sight.
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Emotional Response

It can evoke feelings of disgust or disappointment upon seeing something.

Illustration for Emotional Response
Seeing the littered beach was not a pretty sight.
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Beyond Physical

Although often about appearance, it can also refer to situations that are chaotic or problematic.

Illustration for Beyond Physical
Financial reports full of losses are not a pretty sight.
Visual representation of the word "Not a pretty sight"

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