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Perfect Stranger Posted 10 years ago
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Timid vs shy?
Dear Users,
Could you please tell me the difference between being shy and being timid? Also, I'd be much obliged if you could have a look at the following sentence and help me identify its weakness(es)
Kelly was a student who underwent a complete transformation from a quiet, even slightly timid student, to one that engages in classroom activities and tries to participate to the best of her/their abilities.
Thank you.
Could you please tell me the difference between being shy and being timid? Also, I'd be much obliged if you could have a look at the following sentence and help me identify its weakness(es)
Kelly was a student who underwent a complete transformation from a quiet, even slightly timid student, to one that engages in classroom activities and tries to participate to the best of her/their abilities.
Thank you.
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"shy" usually relates just to social interaction. "timid" can include "shy" but also encompasses more general behaviour. For example, a person who is unwilling to take a risk would be "timid" rather than "shy".
- "shy" usually relates just to social interaction.
- "timid" can include "shy" but also encompasses more general behaviour.
- For example, a person who is unwilling to take a risk would be "timid" rather than "shy".
- ", seems better given that you go on to talk about the present situation.
- I prefer "one who" to "one that".
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"shy" usually relates just to social interaction. "timid" can include "shy" but also encompasses more general behaviour. For example, a person who is unwilling to take a risk would be "timid" rather than "shy".
"Kelly is a student who has undergone ...", or just "Kelly has undergone ...", seems better given that you go on to talk about the present situation. I prefer "one who" to "one tha
"Kelly is a student who has undergone ...", or just "Kelly has undergone ...", seems better given that you go on to talk about the present situation. I prefer "one who" to "one tha
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