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coy
adjective(coy)
affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
Synonyms: demure, overmodest,
coy
adjective(coy)
modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures
Examples:
Like a wild young colt, very inquisitive but very coy and not to be easily cajoled.
coy
adjective(coy)
showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement
Examples:
A politician coy about his intentions.

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