slightly shy

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Examples (10)

  • She was a slightly shy child, preferring to observe rather than participate.
  • He admitted to being slightly shy when meeting new people.
  • The new student seemed slightly shy on her first day.
  • Although outgoing in familiar company, she could be slightly shy in large groups.
  • The actor was surprisingly slightly shy off-stage.
  • He overcame his slightly shy nature to give a heartfelt speech.
  • Don't worry if you feel slightly shy at first; it's completely normal.
  • The artist was slightly shy about showing her early work.
  • He described himself as slightly shy but very friendly.
  • The initial awkwardness was due to him being slightly shy.