grub around in (something)

grub around in (something)

To wear unattractive clothing that is old, shabby, and possibly dirty. It's a Sunday afternoon, so I'm just grubbing around in some old sweats. Don't mind my appearance—I'm grubbing around in this getup because I'm in the process of painting my bathroom. When are you going to stop grubbing around in that old T-shirt? It's practically threadbare, and it definitely has some holes in it!

See also: around, grub

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