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Shying

Description

Shying is the present participle of the verb "shy." It refers to the act of suddenly moving back or away in fear or alarm, typically from something that startles or surprises.

Possible Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun

Possible Senses and Usages

1. As a Verb:
   • To suddenly recoil or startle in fear or alarm.
   • To avoid or withdraw from something due to fear or apprehension.
   • (Of a horse) To shy away from an object or noise.
2. As a Noun:
   • An instance of shying or recoiling in fear.
   • A tendency to retreat or avoid certain situations due to fear or nervousness.

Sample Sentences

Verb:

1. The loud bang made the cat shy away in alarm.
2. The new student shied from participating in class discussions.
3. The skittish horse shied at the sight of a plastic bag blowing in the wind.

Noun:

1. His shying startled his friends.
2. She developed a shying towards public speaking after a bad experience.

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