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单词 aw-shucks
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aw-shucks

[ aw-shuhks ]
/ ˈɔˈʃʌks /

adjective Informal.

characterized by a shy, embarrassed, often provincial manner.

Origin of aw-shucks

First recorded in 1930–35

Words nearby aw-shucks

A word to the wise is sufficient, world of good, a, AWRE, awry, AWS, aw-shucks, awsome, AWU, ax, axanthopsia, axe
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Example sentences from the Web for aw-shucks

  • Ryan prefers the aw-shucks understatement of an earnestly furrowed brow.

    Double the Pomade: The Aggressively Groomed Style Of Romney And Ryan|Robin Givhan|August 12, 2012|DAILY BEAST
  • His refreshing angle is based in aw-shucks honesty and an earnest humor.

    This Week’s Hot Reads: June 25, 2012|Nicholas Mancusi|June 25, 2012|DAILY BEAST
  • Perry discusses his upcoming execution with an aw-shucks smile; his hairline is tasseled with greasy bangs.

    Werner Herzog’s 'Into the Abyss' Explores the Death Penalty|Ben Crair|November 20, 2011|DAILY BEAST

British Dictionary definitions for aw-shucks

aw-shucks
/ (ˌɔːˈʃʌks) /

adjective (prenominal)

seeming to be modest, self-deprecating, or shydon't be fooled by his aw-shucks attitude

Word Origin for aw-shucks

C20: from the US interjection aw shucks, an expression of modesty or diffidence
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