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Shy and retiring (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

timid

(Other definitions for timid that I've seen before include "Lacking in courage" , "afraid to speak out?" , "Inclined to avoid people" , "Not assertive, retiring" , "Lacking in confidence" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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