as in instability
the quality or state of not being firmly fixed in position
the insecurity of the bookcase made it dangerous for a household with small children who like to climb
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Growing up as the sons of Ray Romano comes with perks and insecurities.
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Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Even though she is undermined by her overprotective mother’s worries stemming from the looming insecurity of the family’s legal status and societal discrimination, Gabriela’s passionate tenacity sets her on a journey toward self-discovery.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
Homelessness is a multifaceted issue that can be tied to numerous factors, including the lack of affordable housing, job insecurity, or unexpected medical challenges.
—Carl Falconer, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
With her career on the line and her assistant April (Rae) stepping up to cover for her, Jordan is forced to confront her past insecurities and rediscover the joys and challenges of being a teenager.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Even though she is undermined by her overprotective mother’s worries stemming from the looming insecurity of the family’s legal status and societal discrimination, Gabriela’s passionate tenacity sets her on a journey toward self-discovery.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
Homelessness is a multifaceted issue that can be tied to numerous factors, including the lack of affordable housing, job insecurity, or unexpected medical challenges.
—Carl Falconer, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
With her career on the line and her assistant April (Rae) stepping up to cover for her, Jordan is forced to confront her past insecurities and rediscover the joys and challenges of being a teenager.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Insecurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insecurity. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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