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Awkward squad
Awk´ward squad
| 1. | (Mil.) A squad of inapt recruits assembled for special drill. |
awkward squad
awkward squadA group of individuals within a unit or organization who do not cooperate, accept change, or act in the group's interest, either deliberately or due to incompetence. This awkward squad of senators is causing headaches for both parties.See also: awkward, squadthe awkward squad a squad composed of recruits and soldiers who need further training. Shortly before his death Robert Burns is reported to have said, ‘Don't let the awkward squad fire over me’. Nowadays, the expression is often used to refer to a group of people who are regarded as tiresome or difficult to deal with.See also: awkward, squad |