shy

[US]/ʃaɪ/
[UK]/ʃaɪ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. lacking in self-confidence; timid or reserved
vi. to start back in alarm; recoil; shrink
vt. to throw with a sudden motion
n. a sudden start aside

Phrases & Collocations

shy away from

shy of

fight shy of

shy away

shy girl

Example Sentences

She is too shy to speak in public.

He always blushes when he's feeling shy.

I used to be really shy around strangers.

The shy girl sat quietly in the corner.

Don't be shy, just ask for help if you need it.

He gave her a shy smile.

She's too shy to make eye contact.

The shy boy avoided social gatherings.

Despite her shy demeanor, she's actually very confident.

The shy student hesitated to answer the teacher's question.

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