awk·ward (ôk
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rd)
adj.
1. Not graceful; ungainly.
2.
a. Not dexterous; clumsy.
b. Clumsily or unskillfully performed: The opera was marred by an awkward aria.
3.
a. Difficult to handle or manage: an awkward bundle to carry.
b. Difficult to effect; uncomfortable: an awkward pose.
4.
a. Marked by or causing embarrassment or discomfort: an awkward remark; an awkward silence.
b. Requiring great tact, ingenuity, skill, and discretion: An awkward situation arose during the peace talks.
An assistant to Larry Hubich, the president of the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour, claims her union did not represent her fairly in a complaint against her boss.
Cara Banks, executive assistant to Hubich, has been off the job on a medical leave, since the end of March.
She accuses her boss of bullying and harassing her, allegations Hubich has denied.
Banks' complaint, of poor representation by CUPE local 4828, is currently being heard by the Labour Relations Board.
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Labour leader Larry Hubich at centre of harassment complaint - Saskatchewan - CBC News
adj.
1. Not graceful; ungainly.
2.
a. Not dexterous; clumsy.
b. Clumsily or unskillfully performed: The opera was marred by an awkward aria.
3.
a. Difficult to handle or manage: an awkward bundle to carry.
b. Difficult to effect; uncomfortable: an awkward pose.
4.
a. Marked by or causing embarrassment or discomfort: an awkward remark; an awkward silence.
b. Requiring great tact, ingenuity, skill, and discretion: An awkward situation arose during the peace talks.
An assistant to Larry Hubich, the president of the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour, claims her union did not represent her fairly in a complaint against her boss.
Cara Banks, executive assistant to Hubich, has been off the job on a medical leave, since the end of March.
She accuses her boss of bullying and harassing her, allegations Hubich has denied.
Banks' complaint, of poor representation by CUPE local 4828, is currently being heard by the Labour Relations Board.
more
Labour leader Larry Hubich at centre of harassment complaint - Saskatchewan - CBC News