squeamish

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Even their own version of Donald Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, was feeling a little squeamish.

From Salon • Jan. 25, 2026

Things were different in Great Britain and her colonies, where dissections left people squeamish.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

In other words, her instincts and approach in the Home Office might make some within the party squeamish.

From BBC • Sep. 29, 2025

But the kind of twisted thoughts that are circling the mind of comedian, podcaster and writer Tom Segura are definitely not for the squeamish.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2025

"You know, you're kind of squeamish for such a lethal person," says Peeta as I beat the shorts clean between two rocks.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins