Needed
Shy
Shy adjective - Easily frightened.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Red Leader's Nose Art indicates that he has been credited with four and a half kills, just shy of the five needed to be an Ace (and he splashes his fifth early in the dogfight).
Source: Film / The German -
Bailey Quarters (Jan Smithers) — The shy, conscientious intern, an office wallflower who could be surprisingly strong and articulate when needed.
Source: Series / WKRP in Cincinnati - Action Girl: Alex doesn't hesitate in the least to rush in and help when people need help, nor does she shy away from fighting when a fight is what is needed.
Source: Fan Fic / Origin Story
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