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aw-shucks
[ aw-shuhks ]
adjective
- characterized by a shy, embarrassed, often provincial manner.
aw-shucks
/ ˌɔːˈʃʌks /
adjective
- seeming to be modest, self-deprecating, or shy
don't be fooled by his aw-shucks attitude
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Origin of aw-shucks1
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Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
But he operates in a mode as old as American letters—aw-shucks credulity mixed with an observant intelligence.
Ryan prefers the aw-shucks understatement of an earnestly furrowed brow.
His refreshing angle is based in aw-shucks honesty and an earnest humor.
Perry discusses his upcoming execution with an aw-shucks smile; his hairline is tasseled with greasy bangs.
He is an ‘aw shucks’ guy, but in the meantime, he is ripping your balls out.
Didn't you neveh know de blacksmiff fill de air full o' bellows whilce de loss calf—aw shucks!
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