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a shy or reserved person although interested in the public welfare, he was too much of an introvert to consider personally running for political office

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Recent Examples of introvert Instead, Hackman leaned into physicality - from facial tics to looks - to portray a scared introvert in one of his most subtle performances that was nevertheless powerful. Lisa Respers France, CNN, 2 Mar. 2025 This initially good idea to help people who might be introverts to try out social contact was quickly used for different things, such as better self-presentation, hiding lies, manipulation, showing power. Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Mar. 2025 This resonates with introverts – those who naturally gravitate toward inner reflection and recharge in solitude. Melody Wilding, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025 This can help balance the needs of introverts and extroverts, ensuring everyone contributes. Nora Herting, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for introvert

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“Introvert.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introvert. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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