Used when addressing unexpected discomfort in social interactions.
Literal Meaning
This situation is uncomfortable
Actual Meaning
Acknowledging an uncomfortable situation
Examples in Context
Running into ex: 'Well this is awkward.' (Translation: This is uncomfortable)
Helpful Tips
1Breaking tension
2Acknowledging discomfort
3Humor often
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
uncomfortable
embarrassing
clumsy
dicey
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