shy away from
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Anne Gust Brown, wife of Edmund G. “Jerry” Brown, tended to shy away from the public, preferring to work behind the scenes as an unpaid aide.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026
Harris’ address at the site of the Declaration’s signing does not shy away from America’s contradictions.
From Salon • Jul. 4, 2026
Once merely a punchline, nonalcoholic beer, wine and cocktails have grown more popular in recent years, as consumers shy away from alcohol and seek out healthier ways of living.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 3, 2026
“The biggest thing that came out of this was earning even more trust from our customers because we didn’t shy away from it.”
From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026
She catches me in the rearview mirror watching her, so I don’t shy away from it.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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