1
as in loose
not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched
insecure twine allowed the bundle of newspapers to break open as soon as it was tossed to the ground
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as in worried
feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty
I always feel insecure in those high-end highfalutin restaurants
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Recent Examples of insecure
The case management system used by the federal courts has been hacked multiple times, in part because the system is insecure, antiquated and expensive to operate.
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Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
The players had looked ragged, insecure and vulnerable tactically.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
The president lacks the unilateral power to decide how individual states run elections, but his declaration speaks to long-brewing and unfounded claims by some conservatives that the country’s electoral system is insecure and vulnerable to widespread fraud.
—Drew Shaw, ProPublica, 20 Aug. 2025
The bridges that exist are often insecure or expensive, and seamless integration with traditional infrastructure is still rare.
—Thiago Rüdiger, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
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Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2025
The players had looked ragged, insecure and vulnerable tactically.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
The president lacks the unilateral power to decide how individual states run elections, but his declaration speaks to long-brewing and unfounded claims by some conservatives that the country’s electoral system is insecure and vulnerable to widespread fraud.
—Drew Shaw, ProPublica, 20 Aug. 2025
The bridges that exist are often insecure or expensive, and seamless integration with traditional infrastructure is still rare.
—Thiago Rüdiger, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insecure
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The attempt was tipped and brought in by Locke, who slipped loose into the secondary before taking off for a 64-yard touchdown reception.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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These are organized into geologic map units, which range in composition from loose sand and gravel to very old bedrock.—
David Bressan,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Small business owners, who rely on social media to promote and sell their products, were especially worried with a busy festive season looming.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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Parents are worried not just about getting food on the table, but whether that food is good for their kids.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
14 Sep. 2025
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Next, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and use a microfiber cloth to wipe away all the loosened grime.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
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FurHaven Calming Cuddler Donut Pet Bed A fluffy bed that surrounds your dog with warmth can be great for relieving anxiety and calming down a nervous pet.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
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Even with the mixed indications for winter golf, course owners are nervous, NCGOA CEO Jay Karen said on a video call.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Five months later, Jai’Nadia was shot and killed after a gun was left unsecured in a bedroom.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some firearms were mounted on the walls, fully accessible, while others were spread around the home, unsecured, the sheriff’s office said.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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Research in attachment theory tells us that people with anxious attachment tendencies often monitor signs of availability and care in their partners.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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While all of his children enjoy supporting him at his fights, María is the one who gets the most anxious, according to Canelo.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
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Oscar Bobb seized on a slack pass and led a counter-attack with Haaland and Reijnders on either side.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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Your arms should be down by your sides, and the towel should be slack and without tension.—
Alyssa Ages,
Outside Online,
28 June 2025
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Danni-Elle Townsend, who’s made a solid impression in PPA internationals this year, was upset in the first round by 43-yr old qualifier and eventual Bronze medalist from Japan Rika Fujiwara, a former WTA tennis pro who toured for more than 20 years before retiring from Tennis in 2020.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Mourners, many of whom were visibly upset and wearing Walmart uniforms, placed electric candles at the memorial.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Insecure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insecure. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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