shily

/ (ˈʃaɪlɪ) /


adverb
  1. a less common spelling of shyly: See shyly

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How to use shily in a sentence

  • Rose answers shily, in short sentences, and we walk about in the garden.

    The Choice of Life | Georgette Leblanc
  • “By all means,” said Hamilton, perhaps a little shily; but it was promise enough to call forth Louis' heartfelt thanks.

    Louis' School Days | E. J. May
  • He, too, looked shily at the galaxy, and took refuge in a corner.

    Home as Found | James Fenimore Cooper