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Synonyms for poky

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Synonyms for poky

proceeding at a rate less than usual or desired

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Synonyms for poky

a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

wasting time

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small and remote and insignificant

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He quotes the Evans pamphlet: we have the unenviable distinction of the oldest housing stock in Europe, providing the pokiest accommodation.
IF your idea of bathrooms is the smallest, pokiest room to be avoided except in time of need, then think again.
While at the top of the range, the pokiest petrol and diesel units - the 120PS 1.0 EcoBoost petrol and the 95PS 1.6-litre TDCi diesel - come wedded to pricey spec levels that will be beyond the pockets of most potential buyers.
Selhurst Park is a long way from being the worst and pokiest stadium Newcastle will visit this season but neither is it one of the modern arenas to which they have become accustomed.
Nicholas Boles, director of Policy Exchange, said, 'This report firmly establishes that the price of our rigid planning laws is some of the smallest, pokiest and most expensive homes in Europe.