emotionally needy

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

specifically refers to needing emotional support and validation

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Examples (10)

  • She felt emotionally needy after the breakup.
  • His constant need for attention made him seem emotionally needy.
  • Being emotionally needy can strain relationships.
  • The child became emotionally needy due to lack of parental affection.
  • It's difficult to be in a relationship with someone who is very emotionally needy.
  • She realized she was becoming too emotionally needy and sought therapy.
  • Some people confuse being supportive with enabling someone who is emotionally needy.
  • After losing her job, she found herself feeling emotionally needy for reassurance.
  • A character in the novel was portrayed as emotionally needy and insecure.
  • He recognized his own emotionally needy tendencies and worked on self-reliance.