shy away from
Example Sentences
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"The president and the administration will never shy away from talking with the folks we need to talk to, to further that," he said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
Warsh is also expected to shy away from commenting on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s surprise announcement to at least double buybacks of long-term Treasury bonds to tame the recent run-up in yields.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
He added: "Professionals involved in his care and assessment have each concluded it would be safe to release him. I don't shy away from any of those points."
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Gucci tended to focus on seasonal designs catering to less affluent customers who shy away from excessive spending during tough economic times.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
For some reason, the wolf actually seemed to shy away from the sword’s light, baring its teeth as its eyes locked on Jack’s weapon.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
