Meaning of the word "fight shy of" in English

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fight shy of

US /faɪt ʃaɪ əv/
UK /faɪt ʃaɪ əv/
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Idiom

1.

to avoid doing something or dealing with someone because you are nervous or not confident

Example:
She tends to fight shy of public speaking.
Many investors fight shy of putting money into volatile markets.
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