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shies
adjective(shy)
lacking self-confidence
Synonyms: diffident, timid, unsure,
shies
noun(shy)
a quick throw
Examples:
He gave the ball a shy to the first baseman.
shies
adjective(shy)
short
Examples:
Eleven is one shy of a dozen.
shies
verb(shy)
start suddenly, as from fright
shies
verb(shy)
throw quickly
shies
adjective(shy)
wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things
Examples:
Shy of strangers.

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