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(of a person) not confident about oneself or one's skills and abilities
- He was insecure about his performance at work, doubting whether he was capable of meeting expectations.
- She felt insecure in social situations, fearing rejection or judgment from others.
- They were insecure about their relationship, worried that their partner might find someone better.
- He was insecure about his academic abilities, feeling like he didn't belong in his advanced classes.
- She was insecure about her speaking skills, avoiding public speaking opportunities whenever possible.
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not protected and vulnerable to danger or risk
- The old house had insecure windows that could be easily opened from outside.
- The insecure lock on the front door was easily picked by burglars.
- Insecure passwords can make your online accounts vulnerable to hacking.
- An insecure network can be easily accessed by hackers.
- Their data was insecure due to outdated security software.
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liable to give way or break
- The old, insecure railing was barely holding up against the wind.
- He stepped carefully on the insecure ground, fearing it might collapse.
- The insecure fence wobbled every time the dog ran into it.
- The insecure shelf couldn't hold the heavy books and eventually gave way.
- The climber was cautious of the insecure rocks as he made his way up the mountain.
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not guaranteed to last or succeed over time
- The company's future is insecure, as it struggles to keep up with competitors.
- The young entrepreneur made an insecure business decision that led to financial instability.
- Their housing situation was insecure, as they lived month to month without long-term plans.
- Economic insecurity affects families, making it difficult for them to plan for the future.
- Many workers in temporary positions face insecure employment, unsure if their contracts will be renewed.
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