embarrassed
Example Sentences
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“I am embarrassed and disappointed by my words,” Montgomery, based in Beaverton, Ore., continued in her post.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
One of its co-sponsors was embarrassed enough to remove his name from the proposal.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
"Sometimes people can get very embarrassed by pests because there is an inclination that maybe they're dirty, which actually isn't always the case," he said.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
They have strong opinions and predictions, and when those do not pan out, they either quit or go silent publicly because they are too embarrassed.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Amy Post responded to Maggie and Leah’s embarrassed cries, and burst into the room to halt the examination.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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