shyness
Example Sentences
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To forge better social connections, weigh whether shyness, cynicism or snap judgments of others hold you back.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
But despite the shyness, Putellas does not look out of place in the limelight.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
By then, I had gained self-confidence and my shyness had evaporated.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
Dr. Cohen also speaks candidly about the anxiety and shyness that sometimes limited his professional opportunities.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2025
Despite my debilitating shyness, a spark of excitement began to fizz and pop inside me.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
