shied

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Definitions from WordNet

Verb shy has 2 senses

shy - start suddenly, as from fight
--₁ is one way to startle, jump, start
Sample sentences:
Something ----s
Somebody ----s
shy - throw quickly
--₂ is one way to throw

Derived form: noun shy₁
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Shied

(Verb - Past Tense)

Definition: To have reacted by drawing back or shrinking, typically due to fear or caution.

Example Sentence: She shied away from the aggressive dog.

(Noun - Singular)

Definition: A quick movement away from something perceived as dangerous.

Example Sentence: With a sudden shy, the horse bolted from the noise.

(Noun - Plural)

Definition: Throwing objects, such as spears, in a game or sport.

Example Sentence: The participants competed in javelin shies at the track and field event.

(Adjective)

Definition: Shy or easily startled, often used to describe animals.

Example Sentence: The rabbit remained shied, hiding in its burrow.

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