timidly
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It doesn’t matter how timidly the words might’ve come out; what’s important is that Mona did it.
From Salon ● Oct. 12, 2026
Why did this team play so predictably and timidly?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 12, 2026
Sunderland have signed 11 players so far this summer, a strong statement of intent that they have no intention of timidly returning to the Championship - but they are not done yet.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2025
Neighbors approach timidly, offering to wash laundry, charge cellphones or provide a hot shower.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 25, 2024
I brought up the rear of our group, tailing Ma, with my elbows angled up and out to prevent her from being jostled as she moved timidly through the crush.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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