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self-conscious

[self-kon-shuhs, self-] / ˈsɛlfˈkɒn ʃəs, ˌsɛlf- /


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"The cancer was removed, but the surgery affected my appearance and made me more self-conscious about being seen in public," she said in a heartfelt statement.

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

Still, some men have been feeling self-conscious about their leg hair.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

Would I emerge kinder, more resilient—or plagued with unexpected self-consciousness about one of the few areas of my life for which I haven’t felt self-conscious?

From Slate May 10, 2026

But classic feels too fusty and self-conscious, even though “Hokum” has all the tropes: looming figures, clanging bells, ominous dumbwaiters.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 30, 2026

In another situation, he might have felt self-conscious, but his anger pushed him forward.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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