How to Use uncomfortable in a Sentence

uncomfortable

adjective

• The silence went on so long that it became very uncomfortable.
• I was uncomfortable about talking to them.
• We were in the uncomfortable position of asking for money.
• She's uncomfortable being in the spotlight.
• You look uncomfortable in that chair. Would you like to sit here instead?
• Heeled Boots Heeled boots don’t have to be the uncomfortable shoe of the season.
  — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 19 Dec. 2023
• And the pair did not take mercy on the uncomfortable host.
  — Vulture, 22 Nov. 2023
• It gets rid of the messy murder business — sort of — along with most of the uncomfortable ideas.
  — James Poniewozik, New York Times, 22 Nov. 2023
• Keep in Mind The wood arms may be uncomfortable to rest a pillow on.
  — Jenna Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2024
• And this is to say nothing of the misery of trying to get a good night’s sleep in a stuffy and uncomfortable room.
  — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, 15 Apr. 2023
• That's where things get very bloody...and very uncomfortable for Sweeney's poor Grandy.
  — Lauren Huff, EW.com, 24 Mar. 2024
• But the students were uncomfortable, with their knees hitting the backs of the seats directly in front of them.
  — Hannah Drown, cleveland, 16 Sep. 2023
• But Take Note: The chair's low height may be uncomfortable for tall people..
  — Casey Seiden, Parents, 11 July 2023
• The Sherman was more ergonomic than the cramped and uncomfortable T-34, and even had padded seats.
  — Popular Mechanics, 17 Aug. 2023
• They’re made from a stretchy cotton blend and are not uncomfortable.
  — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 14 Feb. 2024
• In the case of the trains, the resulting sonic booms and vibrations can make for an uncomfortable ride.
  — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 24 Oct. 2023
• The rollers and airbags just don’t quite hit the right spots, and our taller testers found the massage awkward, bordering on uncomfortable.
  — Mike Richard, Men's Health, 14 Aug. 2023
• Shedding can leave a trail of pet hair across floors, while dry skin can leave dogs feeling itchy and uncomfortable.
  — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 7 July 2023
• The donation has placed the league in an uncomfortable spotlight.
  — Sopan Deb, New York Times, 3 Aug. 2023
• Don't worry about uncomfortable seams — the ones on these briefs have a flatlock design that won’t chafe.
  — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Travel + Leisure, 24 Jan. 2024
• That said, the large size may be uncomfortable for smaller people.
  — Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2023
• As a result of the awkward inquiry, Johnny and Amy smile in an uncomfortable manner and shift in their seats.
  — Joelle Goldstein, Peoplemag, 8 Mar. 2024
• But that’s precisely the sort of thing that might be too uncomfortable to sit around and contemplate.
  — Emily Anthes, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2024
• The best way to overcome it is to keep doing your job, know that this uncomfortable feeling is normal and give yourself time.
  — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
• The yellow jersey worn by the Tour de France race leader can sometimes be an uncomfortable fit.
  — Pete Kiehart, New York Times, 19 July 2023
• The serum was a great healing property when my skin was most uncomfortable.
  — Celeste Polanco, Essence, 11 Jan. 2024
• As the two friends grew older, though, this freedom started to feel uncomfortable.
  — Rozina Ali, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2024
• All of that blood can dry up and feel uncomfortable so wet a clean paper towel and gently wipe away any excess blood.
  — Beth Krietsch, SELF, 15 Nov. 2023
• Yet for others, loose skin—often around the arms, legs, neck, and midsection—may be uncomfortable or even painful.
  — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 2 Nov. 2023
• Arnett said for those uncomfortable with the digital kiosks, the staff is there to answer any questions and build the bet a customer is seeking.
  — Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2023

Last Updated: 3 May 2024