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Recent Examples of squeamish
Rodgers, 41, had not expressed a sense of certainty (via his agent) about his plans, which made Schneider squeamish.
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Michael Silver, New York Times, 19 June 2025
While few in the industry would question Iger’s worthiness of the prize, some board members have been squeamish over the optics, sources said.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 16 June 2025
However, those who are squeamish might want to avoid these six dog breeds that new research discovered are more susceptible to diarrhea.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
Even some Republicans are squeamish at the Trump administration’s aggressive tactics.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 29 May 2025
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Michael Silver, New York Times, 19 June 2025
While few in the industry would question Iger’s worthiness of the prize, some board members have been squeamish over the optics, sources said.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 16 June 2025
However, those who are squeamish might want to avoid these six dog breeds that new research discovered are more susceptible to diarrhea.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
Even some Republicans are squeamish at the Trump administration’s aggressive tactics.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for squeamish
Adjective
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But many Americans who don't meet the new criteria do still want to get vaccinated to avoid getting sick or spreading the virus to vulnerable family members.—
Rob Stein,
NPR,
11 Sep. 2025
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Harry, who served in the British Armed Forces for 10 years, launched The Invictus Games in London in 2014 to honor active duty and veteran service members who have been wounded, injured or sick on the job.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Never’s queasy Uncut Gems accompaniment — which, like many other A24 soundtracks, received splashy vinyl releases and considerable acclaim.—
Zach Schonfeld,
Vulture,
11 Sep. 2025
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Another control group had to finish their queasy virtual ride and got no relief after that.—
Eva Amsen,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The nutrition classes are specifically designed for patients, and cover topics like how to nourish yourself when your nauseous from chemotherapy.—
Ciara McCarthy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Angels also played the ninth inning without outfielder Jo Adell, who Montgomery said was feeling nauseous.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Squeamish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squeamish. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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