awkward silence in English

period of silence in which no one speaks and everyone feels uncomfortable

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1. • the Awkward wording of the letter Awkward silence • Spider said after an Awkward silence

2. There was an awkward silence.

3. But mention God, and an awkward silence may quickly descend.

4. And there would be an awkward silence at the table.

5. Dare to mention God, though, and an awkward silence as thick as fog can quickly descend.

6. • When we got to the restaurant, there was an Awkward silence as I took out my tape recorder.

7. There was an awkward silence which Maidstone might have broken with some amiable remark to save Sandison's face.

8. Provide balance in social situations When Ambiverts are in a group setting, they are able to break an awkward silence and make introverts and extroverts feel comfortable