fight shy of
回避某事或避免参与某事
正式·表示回避或犹豫
英文释义
to avoid or be hesitant to engage in something, often due to fear or uncertainty
例句
He fights shy of public speaking due to anxiety.
典故来源
源自拳击或战斗中躲避对手，比喻因恐惧而回避。