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What is another word for shyly?

Here are some synonyms for "shyly", depending on the specific nuance you want to convey:

General synonyms:

* Timidly

* Hesitantly

* Diffidently

* Reluctantly

* Bashfully

* Coquettishly (for a playful shyness)

* Demurely

* Modestly

* Tentatively

* Uncertainly

More specific synonyms:

* With reserve: If the shyness is more about holding back or not being forthcoming.

* With embarrassment: If the shyness is linked to feeling awkward or uncomfortable.

* With self-consciousness: If the shyness stems from worrying about how others perceive them.

* With a blush: If the shyness manifests physically.

The best synonym will depend on the context of your sentence and the specific type of shyness you want to describe.

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