timid

Example Sentences

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There wasn't much atmosphere, wasn't much attitude, wasn't any real standout displays from any of Scotland's go-to men, who were all a bit timid.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

After admitting to being nervous and timid in embarking in her title defence, this was more like the Keys that stunned Aryna Sabalenka in the final a year ago.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

Now, nearly four years on, this dispiriting loss - after a timid and uninspiring performance from his side in the last-four tie - will cut just as deep for Salah.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

There was a well-timed, but far too timid, call to buy back into stocks right at the April low.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

Twice more when I was in the village, I went to look into the office, and twice more I hurried away, too timid to speak to a man dressed so formally.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan