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awkward

[awk-werd] / ˈɔk wərd /




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Still socially awkward, the rendition of Zuckerberg is now one of a powerful, globally known figure, whose platform generates billions of dollars and is used by millions of people.

From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026

Let’s get the awkward stuff out of the way: the inheritance belongs to him.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026

Every time they say “Insert Name,” it sounds totally awkward and weird.

From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2026

Who among us hasn’t had an awkward day at their new job?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

But there was no way to strip the room of my sheets without it seeming awkward.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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