clannish in a sentence
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Definition
Clannish refers to being exclusive or insular, often characterized by a strong loyalty to one's own group, making it difficult for outsiders to integrate.
Sample Sentences
- The clannish nature of the community made it difficult for newcomers to feel welcome.
- His clannish behavior alienated him from potential friends and collaborators.
- Despite its clannish reputation, the group was surprisingly generous in sharing resources with outsiders.
- Their clannish tendencies were evident during the festival, where only a select few were invited to participate.
- She found it challenging to break through the clannish walls of the secret society.