His new business idea is a bit rough around the edges.
rough around the edges
idiomIn need of refinement; unsophisticated.
The young musician has a great voice, but his performance is still rough around the edges.
Although the manuscript was clearly rough around the edges, the editor recognized a brilliant story hidden beneath the unpolished prose.
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cut up rough
To become angry; to make a fuss.
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have a rough time of it
To have many problems; to have a difficult time.
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rough and ready
Crude or unpolished, but still fit for use; good enough.
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rough justice
Treatment or punishment that is not considered fair or in accordance with the law.
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rough out
To produce (a plan, diagram etc.) in rough.
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rough patch
A difficult or embattling period of one's life.
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rough sledding
A difficult period of time.
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rough sleeper
A homeless person who sleeps outdoors.