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awkward

/ˈɔk.wɚd/ adjetivo B1

En español: torpe, desmañado, embarazoso, delicado

  1. Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands or of tools. · John was awkward at performing the trick. He'll have to practice to improve.
  2. Not easily managed; embarrassing. · That was an extremely awkward moment. Everyone was watching.· An awkward silence had fallen.
  3. Lacking social skills, or uncomfortable with social interaction. · I'm very awkward at parties.
  4. Perverse; adverse; difficult to handle. · He's a right awkward chap.· These cabinets are going to be very awkward when we move.
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She thought this was very kind and thoughtful of the Scarecrow, but she laughed heartily at the awkward way in which the poor creature picked up the nuts.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 38 · B2
The Scarecrow climbed up the ladder first, but he was so awkward that Dorothy had to follow close behind and keep him from falling off.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 128 · B2
“No confidences, Watson; for they are mighty awkward if it comes to an arrest for conspiracy and murder.”
The Valley of Fear, p. 65 · C1
In the present state of Siam it is most awkward that I should be away from the office.
Sherlock Holmes: The Bruce-Partington Plans, p. 7 · B2

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