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Shy away Meaning in English

expression

ˈʃaɪ/ /əˈweɪ
SHY-uh-WAY
ʃˈaɪ/ /ɐwˈeɪ
SHY-uh-WAY

التعريف

To avoid doing something because you feel nervous, afraid, or uncomfortable about it.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

'Shy away' is informal and nearly always followed by 'from' (e.g., 'shy away from responsibility'). Used to describe avoidance due to discomfort, not because of laziness. Often connected to fear, uncertainty, or social situations.

جمل نموذجية

Some people shy away from public speaking.

basic

He tends to shy away from difficult conversations.

basic

Don't shy away from asking questions in class.

basic

She always shies away from taking the lead at work, even when she's qualified.

natural

They didn't shy away from criticizing the new rules.

natural

If you want to succeed, you can't afford to shy away from big challenges.

natural