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SHIES

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Shies.

Shies - as an adjective

Lacking self-confidence

Example: "Stood in the doorway diffident and abashed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diffidenttimidunsure

Shies - as a noun

A quick throw

Example: "He gave the ball a shy to the first baseman"

Shies - as an adjective satellite

Short

Example: "Eleven is one shy of a dozen"

Wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things

Example: "Shy of strangers"

Shies - as a verb

Start suddenly, as from fright

Throw quickly

Example Sentences

"She shies away from public speaking."
"The horse shies at loud noises."
"He shies a stone across the pond."
"The child shies from the unfamiliar dog."
"The team shies away from risky strategies."
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Word Game Points

Is SHIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is SHIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is SHIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shies is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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