grow insecure

Frequency: 5.56.1 per million words

to gradually become more insecure

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  • As the pressure mounted, he began to grow insecure about his abilities.
  • Without constant reassurance, children can grow insecure and lack confidence.
  • After facing repeated criticism, she started to grow increasingly insecure about her work.
  • His constant need for approval made him grow deeply insecure over time.
  • If you don't address self-doubt, you might grow more insecure with age.
  • The team began to grow insecure after a series of unexpected defeats.
  • She noticed that her friend had started to grow insecure since starting the new job.
  • Adolescence is a period when many young people can grow insecure about their appearance.
  • Neglecting their emotional needs can cause pets to grow insecure and anxious.
  • Despite his outward confidence, he could feel himself grow slightly insecure when challenged.