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