introvert
Example Sentences
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But I also loved my alone time, so I guess I was an extroverted introvert.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026
The truth is, as a natural introvert, Lemon prefers it that way.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025
Donald is described as a natural introvert by those who know him well, but they say he also carries an air of assurance which he transmits to his players.
From BBC • Sep. 29, 2025
Syd, ever the introvert, could only handle a few minutes, then pulled me to move on.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 11, 2025
Captain Flume had entered his bed that night a buoyant extrovert and left it the next morning a brooding introvert, and Chief White Halfoat proudly regarded the new Captain Flume as his own creation.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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