awkward
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Gangly and awkward, Bohm was not drafted out of high school or offered a scholarship by Nebraska, his school of choice.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Was jumping from board member to management awkward?
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
When Ms. Beetz sums up her ordeal by saying, “Rich people,” the script’s reach for significance is so awkward it creaks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
"Socially I can be very awkward – not on purpose – but when it comes to football, I'm really open and happy," he says.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
Ideally a less awkward conversation than last time.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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