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retiringly

UK
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋli/
US
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋli/

Translations

retiringlyadverb
UK
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋli/
US
/rɪˈtaɪərɪŋli/
She spoke retiringly at the meeting, letting others take the spotlight.
Она скромно говорила на собрании, позволяя другим быть в центре внимания.
Synonyms
shyly
modestly
reservedly
timidly
withdrawnly

Definitions

retiringlyadverb
In a shy or reserved manner.
She spoke retiringly, avoiding eye contact with the large audience.
So as to withdraw or retreat; in a manner suggestive of leaving or stepping back from attention or activity.
He stepped retiringly into the shadows while the others took the credit.
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