What is the answer to "Shy"?

The most common answer is TIMID. However, there are 2 possible answers to this clue.

How many letters does the answer have?

The answer TIMID has 5 letters.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025, and first appeared in 2023.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Medium difficulty.

Shy Crossword Clue Answer

Solving Shy? You're in luck—this appeared in Seattle Times Mini October 6, 2025. Check out our 5-letter solution.

Shy Crossword Answer

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4D: ___ dance

5D: Arnaz of "I Love Lucy"

Shy Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 5-letter answer to "Shy" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Shy" crossword clue is TIMID. This answer contains 5 letters and was confirmed in the Seattle Times Mini puzzle.

Which crossword used "Shy" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Seattle Times Mini puzzle on October 6, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What are other answers for "Shy" crossword?

While TIMID is the answer for this specific puzzle, historical data shows this clue has been used with other answers in different puzzles: MEEK. The answer can vary depending on the puzzle constructor and publication.

What is the meaning of TIMID?

The word TIMID means: showing fear and lack of confidence. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Shy".