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shy away from

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


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Xue, who also owns a cozy Michelin-recognized restaurant named wonderful, serving Hunan-style Chinese eats in Millbrae, does not shy away from the spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 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

"As you know, I'm not one to shy away from documenting the hard times as well as the good times, and this one's a low point sadly."

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

He wrote and then erased, “Most of these slight variations tend to become hereditary’ He did not shy away from problems; he listed them.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman

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