shyness
- a word derived from shy.
Example Sentences
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By then, I had gained self-confidence and my shyness had evaporated.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
To be honest, I wish I hadn’t developed so many coping mechanisms to offset my shyness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
“I don’t know if he felt a sort of shyness, which is really interesting because as a person he’s not shy whatsoever.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 22, 2025
Dr. Cohen also speaks candidly about the anxiety and shyness that sometimes limited his professional opportunities.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2025
She moved in front of me with no shyness or inhibition.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
