awkwardly sit

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To be seated in a posture that is clumsy, uncomfortable, or not well-balanced.

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  • He awkwardly sits on the edge of the chair, as if ready to leave at any moment.
  • She awkwardly sat on the tiny stool, her knees nearly touching her chin.
  • During the tense interview, he awkwardly sat with his hands clasped tightly on his lap.
  • We all had to awkwardly sit in silence after the argument ended.
  • The tall man was awkwardly sitting in the cramped airplane seat.
  • Dressed in a formal suit, he felt out of place and awkwardly sat on the floor with the children.
  • Forced to share the small sofa, they awkwardly sat side-by-side, careful not to touch.
  • The injured player could only awkwardly sit on the bench, unable to bend his leg properly.
  • Not knowing anyone at the party, I just found a corner and awkwardly sat by myself.
  • The teenager was awkwardly sitting at the family dinner, unsure how to join the conversation.