shy away from risks

▶ shy away from = avoid - We frequently shy away from making decisions. - We tried to stay away from the subject of politics.

▶ 5. You Are a Good Thinker Jenny: No, I mean, yes… er… well… I’m an easygoing person who works well with everyone. And I love to always challenge myself to improve at everything I do. Bob: Good! Jenny, I want to ask you what exactly made you apply for this job at this company? Jenny: I believe I am cut out for this job. I’ve heard that the daily supply industry is quite challenging these days. I see myself as a risk-taker. I am not a person who shies away from risks. And, um… and I… Bob: Very impressive. Ooops, silly me. I forgot to bring my candy box! Jenny: Candy box? Bob: Oh yes, my tiny little gorgeous candy box, which is able to hold exactly twenty pearl-like shiny candies. They are so beautiful. Jenny: Ah, a candy box...like a pocket-sized one? Bob: Oh, yes, pocket-sized! Here it is! Oh yeah, now I remember! I had to put this cute little candy box into my dark pants pocket to answer the phone. A very important phone call from the Big Boss in NY. Thank you for helping me, Jenny. That was good thinking. Jenny: Oh, but... that’s not a…. Bob: Nope, that’s a big deal for me. You really don’t know what this means to me.