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Synonyms

shy away from

Idioms  

  1. Avoid, evade, as in He shied away from all questions concerning his private life. [Late 1700s]

Example Sentences

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"I'm not shying away from that. However, I would say that the love actually does outshine the hate."

From BBC

Here’s why some home sellers shy away from FHA buyers and how to work around that problem.

From MarketWatch

Islamic terrorism is complicated, and Indian cinema shouldn’t shy away from its complexities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Having gained a reputation for punchy phrases, the polyglot politician appears unlikely to shy away from the fight.

From Barron's

She’s never shied away from using her voice, in particular for this specific human rights issue, and it’s come with its consequences.

From Los Angeles Times

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