1
as in confusion
the emotional state of being made self-consciously uncomfortable
experienced the great embarrassment of tripping while on stage
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2
as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult
a big suitcase filled with clothes proved to be more an embarrassment than a convenience on my trip
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Recent Examples of embarrassment
Reporting meant hours of conversation in the car; room for asking the same questions over and over; the gradual diminishment of one’s embarrassment about being ignorant or uncertain; a dilatory attitude of quiet listening and watching; the possibility of misunderstandings resolved.
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Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
Khaled since deleted the trailer entirely, either out of embarrassment or legal worry.
—Justin Curto, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2025
These questions are not really about my feelings of discomfort or embarrassment, but about the questioner’s own.
—Richard Meyer, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025
So much of aging is shrouded in mystery and even embarrassment.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for embarrassment
Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
Khaled since deleted the trailer entirely, either out of embarrassment or legal worry.
—Justin Curto, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2025
These questions are not really about my feelings of discomfort or embarrassment, but about the questioner’s own.
—Richard Meyer, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025
So much of aging is shrouded in mystery and even embarrassment.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embarrassment
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The new sweeping guidance, which the Trump administration indicated applies to nearly every aspect of educational life, prompted widespread panic and confusion among administrators at K-12 schools and colleges.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Given the confusion surrounding EOs, her remarks provide critical insight into their legal standing and potential impact on TCUs.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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As a result, digital health companies such as Hims & Hers have been prescribing compounded semaglutide as an alternative for patients who are navigating volatile supply hurdles and insurance obstacles.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
21 Feb. 2025
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The district is committed to removing obstacles in students’ paths, CPS Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova said in the news release.—
Ikram Mohamed,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025
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Their restaurant group, Strategic Hospitality, helps manage those practical hurdles and provides access to resources from accounting to HR.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
The Tennessean,
18 Feb. 2025
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Financing the film was an early hurdle for Molayemi and Sohani.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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That can range from receiving unfair treatment to being ignored when bringing up issues around pain or discomfort.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 Feb. 2025
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Discovering new information about ourselves may challenge our beliefs or habits, leading to discomfort.—
Andrew Geesbreght,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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They were both booked into jail on multiple felony counts of obstruction of justice in connection with the death of Johnson, according to police.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
18 Feb. 2025
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Julie Chrisley was also convicted on a count of obstruction of justice.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
8 Feb. 2025
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Despite scoring four goals in 11 first-half minutes, there was a sense of unease around St James’ Park in the second half before Newcastle United finally saw out victory against Nottingham Forest.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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Walmart, Akamai Other corporate reports have added to the sense of unease on Wall Street, including Walmart's most recent earnings report.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Some called it a blatant act of interference in the German elections, which were then about a week away.—
Simon Shuster/Berlin,
TIME,
22 Feb. 2025
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If there are programs which are really useful, which are not serving [the] goal of interference, the goal of destabilization, the goal of putting pressure on patriotic governments, then, of course, there will be time for revision, and the proper decisions can be made.—
Peter Aitken,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Embarrassment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embarrassment. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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