seem awkward
Frequency: 6.59.2 per million words
To seem difficult or problematic.
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- The timing for the meeting might seem awkward, but it's the only slot available.
- This new policy might seem awkward at first, but it will improve efficiency.
- The transition to a new software system seemed awkward for many employees.
- He seemed awkward when he had to give the presentation.
- She always seems awkward at parties because she's very shy.
- The long silence between them seemed awkward after their argument.
- His attempts to apologize only made the situation seem more awkward.
- At first glance, the proposed solution seems awkward and overly complicated.
- Even though he's a famous actor, he can seem awkward in interviews.
- The way he held the kitten seemed awkward, as if he was afraid of hurting it.