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'awkward' in a sentence

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awkward adjective

: lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance

: causing inconvenience

: difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape

: not elegant or graceful in expression

: hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment

: socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner


  • He asked an awkward question.
  • The movements of this robot are awkward.
  • Please edit the sentence if it is wrong or awkward.
  • I feel a little awkward.
  • The girl made an awkward bow.
  • He used the chopsticks in an awkward way.
  • She was awkward and reserved at parties.
  • Socially awkward children are more susceptible to bullying.
  • Our first date was kind of awkward. I was really nervous.
  • I am awkward with numbers.
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