awkwardness
Example Sentences
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That could come across as passive-aggressive and might create more awkwardness in your wider circle.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
A flashback to Supergirl’s first touchdown on Earth has the awkwardness of a study-abroad student realizing she doesn’t like her host country at all.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
To equate discomfort and/or brief awkwardness with artistic inferiority is a losing game for those who claim to love movies.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
Such was the awkwardness that Ancelotti's son and assistant coach, Davide, left the event shortly afterwards.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
With unusual awkwardness he grabbed a juice pitcher, lost his grip, and ended up sloshing an entire quart of juice all over Kate’s feet.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
