shily

/ˈʃaɪli/
adverb
  1. In a shy, timid, or reserved manner; lacking confidence or boldness.
    • He shily admitted that he had never been on an airplane before.
    • She shily peeked around the corner before entering the room.
    • The child shily offered his drawing to the teacher.
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