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Wordabulary

clumsy

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Moving in an awkward way and often dropping or knocking things over by accident.

"I felt clumsy carrying all those boxes and nearly tripped over the rug."

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Which word fits the gap? "I felt _____ carrying all those boxes and nearly tripped over the rug."

Answer: clumsy

In your own words, what does "clumsy" mean?

Moving in an awkward way and often dropping or knocking things over by accident.

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