maladroit

Example Sentences

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It’s “Groundhog Day” in Denver with the Broncos’ maladroit offense unable to score and its stellar defense incapable of closing out opponents.

From Seattle Times

If Ms. Skinner’s defiant testimony was an attempt at damage control by Hockey Canada, it was an exceptionally maladroit effort.

From New York Times

It may be tempting to point the finger at Gannett as especially maladroit at dealing with the economic and social changes that have forced the entire news industry into a painful retrenchment.

From Los Angeles Times

Hubris guided Vladimir Putin’s malevolent and maladroit invasion of Ukraine.

From New York Times

Even as her voice deepens and her posture straightens out, Hulu’s Elizabeth Holmes looks consistently awkward and maladroit.

From New York Times