awkwardness
Example Sentences
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The Canadian comedian, writer and producer Fielder is famous for harnessing the power of awkwardness, cringe and deadpan wit to great, if unsettling, comedic effect.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
That could come across as passive-aggressive and might create more awkwardness in your wider circle.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
Let’s talk about the angst and awkwardness of teenage attraction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
Such was the awkwardness that Ancelotti's son and assistant coach, Davide, left the event shortly afterwards.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
It’s a giant holy box of awkwardness, and I won’t pretend I’m looking forward to it.
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
