shy away from

Example Sentences

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“I also don’t shy away from using my own financial journey, mistakes and all, as examples.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

They often abandon traditional pop music structures, they don’t shy away from abrasive arrangements, and Ayewa’s lyricism speaks directly to the soul.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

It vows to "not shy away" from investigating any factor that led to the abuse and exploitation of victims - including culture, ethnicity and religion.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Kristi Noem, the ousted Homeland Security chief who enforced President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, did not shy away from the spotlight -- or the camera lens.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 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