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introvert

[in-truh-vurt, in-truh-vurt] / ˈɪn trəˌvɜrt, ˌɪn trəˈvɜrt /
NOUN
a reserved or socially withdrawn person
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He is, by his own admission, an introvert who happens to control football games for a living.

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

“I mean, sometimes the loneliest place for someone like that is in a crowded room,” Rausch observes in recognizing the sensitivity of a fellow introvert.

From Salon ● Jun. 20, 2026

It may be that you’re happy being an introvert.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 17, 2026

Designated groups sound a little silly to Adam Grant, a self-described “sociable” introvert and Wharton School Saul P. Steinberg professor of management.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025

There was scattered applause, although some people—those of the introvert persuasion—groaned.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon

It wasn't until she confessed her insecurities online that she discovered a following of fellow introverts who identified with her struggles.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026

Baker's fire would add some much-needed oomph to an England team that had too many introverts for the heat of an Ashes battle in Australia.

From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2026

Bristol-Myers Squibb created a room where introverts can recharge.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025

The pandemic was great for introverts, sourdough bread enthusiasts, and retail stocks.

From Barron's ● Dec. 23, 2025

Similarly, a boatload of quiet but strong introverts may never find the common core of fiery resolve that causes the boat to explode past its competitors when all seems lost.

From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown




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