coyly

Definitions


[ˈkɔɪli], (Adverb)

Definitions:
- in an outwardly shy or modest way that is intended to be alluring
(e.g: she smiles coyly for the camera)

- in a way that shows reluctance to give details about something regarded as sensitive
(e.g: he coyly withheld his candidacy)


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