Awkward
Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.
Big and awkward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Big" instead an adjective "Awkward".
Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly
Both words in one sentence
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Cringe Comedy: Most of the movie can be summed up as one big, awkward moment, simply because of the clashing personalities.
Source: Film / Nebraska -
After a moment of awkward silence, Rhino explains that his fingers are too big to push the buttons.
Source: Uncomfortable Elevator Moment -
Big, Carrie's ex-boyfriend, walks into the restaurant to wish her happiness, the dancer immediately starts flirting with him, leading to an awkward situation at the table.
Source: Belly Dancer
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