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
His quiet tone is not shyness or false modesty but circumspection and a sense of boundaries that imply respect and love for real communication.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 4, 2026
As those scenes played in New York, Swift affectionately turned to Saunders and yelled, "YES!" as he giggled and covered his face in feigned shyness.
From BBC ● Dec. 12, 2025
Purchase’s acting program was good, but my shyness kept me from getting significant parts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2025
Even the lure of dessert wasn’t enough to overcome Laleh’s sudden and inexplicable shyness.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
