Shrinking violet

/ˈʃɹɪŋkɪŋ ˈvaɪələt/

Synonyms for "shrinking violet" (4 found)

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shy person

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June, no shrinking violet she, crossed the room and introduced herself to the newcomers.

Source: wiktionary

Little Johnny Jones, he was a US pilot / And no shrinking violet was he / He was mighty proud when World War III was declared / He wasn't scared, no siree!

Source: wiktionary