embarrassing

Example Sentences

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"That ought to be recognised and applauded, however embarrassing or sad this is for many people," Stanley adds.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

And I recently shared my own embarrassing secret — that I didn’t have a budget, and my spending was getting out of control.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

But it isn’t just Miller who is embarrassing the president with his Titanic moves.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s quite embarrassing, in a way, to still being doing this at my age.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

While she sat there, seemingly oblivious to how embarrassing that was, I hunched down in my seat.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin