as in embarrassed
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress
was flustered when her parents dragged out her baby pictures for her new boyfriend
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Recent Examples of flustered
Matias Grez, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
Hurley shared his photo on her Instagram Stories, pairing it with the most mom reaction possible: a flustered emoji.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 8 July 2025
In America, my mother had obtained a license but didn’t drive, having once hesitated too long at a changing traffic light and gotten flustered.
—Jhumpa Lahiri, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
Comments How to make a lasting first impression with Kate Hudson: show up flustered and sweaty.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 12 June 2025
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Verb
But that response encapsulated Ashe’s personality on the court – cool, calm and collected, a man that rarely, if ever, looked flustered.
—Matias Grez, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
Hurley shared his photo on her Instagram Stories, pairing it with the most mom reaction possible: a flustered emoji.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 8 July 2025
In America, my mother had obtained a license but didn’t drive, having once hesitated too long at a changing traffic light and gotten flustered.
—Jhumpa Lahiri, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
Comments How to make a lasting first impression with Kate Hudson: show up flustered and sweaty.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flustered
Adjective
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Within minutes, even irritated scalps feel noticeably healthier.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 Aug. 2025
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Foods and drinks like chicken soup, tea, and popsicles can soothe an irritated throat.—
Karen Berger,
Verywell Health,
29 July 2025
Verb
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Many people get confused by these forms which contain code and jargon that rarely offer a clear explanation of anything.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Not to be confused with DEI training, skill building is a way to help people improve their communication skills, negotiation style and overall understanding of relevant topics, all while leveling up professionally.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes,
21 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Umpires must already see pitches accurately, move well and handle upset managers and players.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
13 Aug. 2025
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All three have gone after one another while 71-year-old conservative activist and talk show host Curtis Sliwa aims for a major upset for Republicans.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But as Trump appears to ignore court decisions and high-level administration officials are suggesting suspending the writ of habeas corpus, Bolick is nervous the United States is heading toward authoritarianism.—
Amanda Luberto,
AZCentral.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Students, meanwhile, often get nervous about asking for clarification or diving deeper into a topic in front of their peers.—
Shelbie Witte,
The Conversation,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For example, strengthening humanity through compassion and empathy helps people show more care towards others rather than being agitated or impatient.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Dylan split out of the blue metal door, walking stiff, agitated, spat out on the heat of the late day.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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An Atchison woman was found guilty of aggravated endangering a child in Leavenworth County court Wednesday in connection to the death of her 18-month-old daughter.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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He was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated manslaughter, two counts of vehicular homicide, evidence tampering and leaving the scene of an accident.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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When taking a deeper look at what causes Americans to feel bothered about protesters waving Mexican flags, some clear patterns emerge.—
Loren Collingwood,
The Conversation,
1 July 2025
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While Molloy got over the fear and terror that Colin caused, the dog didn't seem too bothered.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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This was clearly a new situation for Seán, who stood a moment, nonplussed.—
Anne Enright,
New Yorker,
27 July 2025
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Poiret, nonplussed, moved on just two years later to found his own couture house.—
Leslie Camhi,
New Yorker,
25 July 2025
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“Flustered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flustered. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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