be embarrassed
Frequency: 9.0150.5 per million words
Indicates the state of feeling shy, awkward, or ashamed.
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- She didn't want to be embarrassed in front of her colleagues.
- I'm afraid I can't help you; I'm a little financially embarrassed this month.
- I would be embarrassed if I made such a mistake in public.
- After the company went bankrupt, many of its investors were financially embarrassed.
- He seemed to be embarrassed about his poor performance.
- He had to politely decline the invitation, admitting he was embarrassed until his next payday.
- Don't be embarrassed about asking for help when you need it.
- During the economic downturn, the once-thriving business was temporarily embarrassed.
- She will be embarrassed when she realizes what she said.
- She is too proud to admit she's embarrassed, so she just says she's saving money.
- Anyone would be embarrassed by such an awkward situation.
- If we don't secure this new contract, the firm will be seriously embarrassed.
- I used to be embarrassed about my accent when speaking English.
- Being financially embarrassed is a delicate situation that many people are reluctant to talk about.
- He tends to be embarrassed easily in social situations.
- The government offered support to citizens who were embarrassed by the sudden crisis.
- You shouldn't be embarrassed about your family's financial situation.
- He has been embarrassed ever since he lost his job and is looking for new work.
- Children often be embarrassed by their parents' behavior.
- To be financially embarrassed means you lack the funds to meet your obligations.