as in introvert
a shy or reserved person there were too many wallflowers at the party, so things never really got lively

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Recent Examples of wallflower Embody your own sense of individuality with her fine fragrance mist, or better yet, fill your home with it, thanks to this gorgeous wallflower nightlight. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 12 Feb. 2025 But when she’s pushed over the edge and loses control, the wallflower is gone, replaced by a young woman capable of anything. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 3 Dec. 2024 Tyson revels in every comedic moment available to Baby June, while Woods does a wonderful job of showcasing Louise’s transformative journey from insecure wallflower to standout star. Dave Quinn, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024 As if this all wasn’t enough, the brand gave shoppers three-wick candles for $13, $4 fragrance mists, and $3 wallflowers fragrance refills. Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 22 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for wallflower

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“Wallflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wallflower. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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