wimp

Example Sentences

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As I walked into the medical clinic for my blood test, all I could think about was how to avoid looking like a wimp on camera.

From BBC • Dec. 1, 2025

And I’m quite happy I didn’t escalate to a two star, as I am a spice wimp.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 3, 2024

I’m too much of a wimp to read horror, though I have been pleasantly surprised by thrillers like “My Sister, the Serial Killer,” by Oyinkan Braithwaite.

From New York Times • Dec. 9, 2021

“Everyone thinks I’m a wimp because Tommy is so outgoing,” she told The Times in 2011.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 2021

He thought about asking her what he should do in case of an earthquake but didn’t want to sound like a wimp.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar