shy away from
Example Sentences
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Still, he doesn’t shy away from making pointed critiques where he sees fit.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
"We don't shy away from those conversations," Tanshi said, explaining that bats contribute to their ecosystems, such as by dispersing seeds and pollinating plants.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
One difference between Buffett and Abel, according to those who know both men: Abel doesn’t shy away from confrontation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
Without sacrificing the book’s dark humor, Burke doesn’t shy away from the repercussions of Natalie’s choices, and scenes with her children are the most frustrating and emotionally resonant.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
She catches me in the rearview mirror watching her, so I don’t shy away from it.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
