Here are some ways it can be used:
* "The shoddy workmanship was obvious in the crooked door frame." (meaning the door frame was poorly built)
* "They sold me a shoddy imitation of the famous painting." (meaning the painting was a cheap fake)
* "She gave a shoddy excuse for being late." (meaning her excuse was weak and unconvincing)
"Shoddy" can also be used metaphorically to describe something that lacks substance or is lacking in quality. For example, you might say "That was a shoddy attempt at an apology" if someone's apology was insincere or inadequate.