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as in loose
not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched
insecure twine allowed the bundle of newspapers to break open as soon as it was tossed to the ground
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as in worried
feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty
I always feel insecure in those high-end highfalutin restaurants
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Recent Examples of insecure
So many young men are bullied, feel incredibly insecure with themselves, and are struggling to find their identity in their youth.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
Palmer is definitely insecure, anxious, uncertain of himself.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024
Its abilities to filter dangerous websites, warn of insecure Wi-Fi, and report problems with overall device security are also helpful.
—PCMAG, 27 Nov. 2024
This seems like a show thing, like Dorit is insecure about her position, and since Kyle seems to have an Andy Cohen’s Golden Ticket and Lifetime Pass, Kyle could cause serious implications for Dorit’s livelihood.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 26 Nov. 2024
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2024
Palmer is definitely insecure, anxious, uncertain of himself.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024
Its abilities to filter dangerous websites, warn of insecure Wi-Fi, and report problems with overall device security are also helpful.
—PCMAG, 27 Nov. 2024
This seems like a show thing, like Dorit is insecure about her position, and since Kyle seems to have an Andy Cohen’s Golden Ticket and Lifetime Pass, Kyle could cause serious implications for Dorit’s livelihood.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insecure
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Their overall message was popular, too: A smaller federal government, looser regulations and a private sector approach to the public sector have long been cornerstones of conservative governance.Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
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The Grammy nominee styled her signature blonde hair in a half-up, half-down look with loose curls.Charna Flam, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Still, some residents are worried about the drones.Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 14 Dec. 2024
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Lawmakers in New Jersey and beyond grew worried Friday about the now-regular spotting of drones over the state, with officials calling for answers and more transparency from federal agencies.The Hill, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2024
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Tyler Hines did such an amazing job of being a mentor this season, and a supporter for all of us nervous guys in the middle of a competition.Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Read more Auto giants are getting nervous about the prospect of mega fines as EV demand falters ‘Europe’s Detroit’ built a thriving car industry.Sam Meredith, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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In negotiations to take ownership, the group sweetened the deal by increasing the payments going to individual opioid victims and other unsecured creditors.Bob Fernandez, ProPublica, 17 Dec. 2024
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The woman's boyfriend was charged with child endangerment Comments A 22-year-old mother in California is dead after police say her toddler accidentally shot her with an unsecured gun.Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Farmers are anxious about the loss of farmland, and the Manx National Farmers’ Union has opposed plans elsewhere to convert agricultural land to rainforest.Christine Ro, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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This promise has left people in the area anxious about the deep impact new workplace raids could have on the community's psyche and the economy.Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
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Fernandes has no right to seize upon a slack backpass and lob Kelleher from about 40 yards out.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 7 Apr. 2024
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But, as our offices become more mobile, and our tether to a single home base becomes increasingly slack, these rules have changed.Zachary Weiss, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
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Will the Bengals' defense finally back up Joe Burrow and company to get a win, or will the Cowboys keep their postseason hopes alive with an upset win in primetime?Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Now the Eras Tour is ending, many are understandably upset that this sense of camaraderie is coming to a close.Callum Booth, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Stanley received more than 90 reports worldwide over problems relating to the detached lids — 38 of those complaints were tied to burn injuries, with 11 of those requiring medical attention.Alexandra Banner, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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The special drew sharp criticism; many felt LeBron came across as detached and unapproachable.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Insecure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insecure. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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