Example Sentences

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The Ashley Madison scandal was embarrassing but not illegal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 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

I hated that in front of all the boys, it was embarrassing.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 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

This was embarrassing, and he was kidding himself.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny