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shying

ADJECTIVE
disinclined
Synonyms
STRONG
balking hesitating indisposed objecting opposed protesting shy slow sticking
WEAK
afraid antipathetic averse backward doubtful dubious loath not in the mood reluctant resistant uneager unsympathetic
Antonyms
WEAK
bent desirous disposed enthusiastic inclined leaning willing

Example Sentences

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It’s been a big topic, and certainly one that I’m not shying away from.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026

Fund managers are shying away from the two internet giants, too.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Crude oil futures rose on Wednesday, extending a move off lows as traders assess the likelihood the U.S. will attack oil producer Iran as well as the impact of India shying away from Russian oil.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

The Campaign Against Antisemitism said she was influential in "educating future generations and never shying away from taking part in the fight against antisemitism".

From BBC • Sep. 26, 2025

His mind, as though shying away from something, seemed unable to concentrate.

From "1984" by George Orwell