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introvert

[in-truh-vurt, in-truh-vurt] / ˈɪn trəˌvɜrt, ˌɪn trəˈvɜrt /
NOUN
a reserved or socially withdrawn person
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“I mean, sometimes the loneliest place for someone like that is in a crowded room,” Rausch observes in recognizing the sensitivity of a fellow introvert.

From Salon Jun. 20, 2026

"It took some time for him to feel relaxed. His temperament is really more of an introvert player," Deschamps added.

From BBC Jun. 9, 2026

I took it as a compliment because I’m an introvert.

From MarketWatch Jun. 8, 2026

Designated groups sound a little silly to Adam Grant, a self-described “sociable” introvert and Wharton School Saul P. Steinberg professor of management.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 23, 2025

Captain Flume had entered his bed that night a buoyant extrovert and left it the next morning a brooding introvert, and Chief White Halfoat proudly regarded the new Captain Flume as his own creation.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller

It wasn't until she confessed her insecurities online that she discovered a following of fellow introverts who identified with her struggles.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

They described them as introverts who did not have many friends.

From BBC Feb. 3, 2026

Office introverts want the boss to understand their plight.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 24, 2025

The pandemic was great for introverts, sourdough bread enthusiasts, and retail stocks.

From Barron's Dec. 23, 2025

Similarly, a boatload of quiet but strong introverts may never find the common core of fiery resolve that causes the boat to explode past its competitors when all seems lost.

From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown




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