timidity

Example Sentences

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More timidity to observe, more vulnerability in defence, more powder-puff stuff up front, more wide men running in ever decreasing circles.

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2025

But this is not the time for judicial timidity.

From Slate • Feb. 13, 2025

Fear, panic and timidity rule the day, as they generally do.

From New York Times • May 16, 2024

The Mark Taper Forum’s timidity turned into the Fountain’s opportunity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2024

“You go, dear, I’ll keep Jolene company until her mother comes for her,” Mrs. Clutter said, and then, addressing the child with unconquerable timidity, added, “If Jolene doesn’t mind keeping me company.”

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote