was embarrassing
- past progressive of embarrass.
Example Sentences
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Although they admit the fall itself was embarrassing, D’Arcy says going through recovery on set “was kind of a beautiful timeline” because people would notice their progress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026
Asked if the prospect of France sending warships to the region to defend the UK's base was embarrassing, the prime minister's official spokesman said he would not comment on other countries.
From BBC ● Mar. 3, 2026
It was embarrassing to the franchise when that word got out, because the Dolphins hadn’t fired existing coach Tony Sparano.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2025
It was embarrassing, and had the look of someone under a lot of pressure getting ahead of himself during a very fluid situation.
From Slate ● Sep. 13, 2025
The entire thing was embarrassing and infuriating, but the worst part was Poppy, who was standing with her super-special and shiny coven, smiling and laughing.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
