Sentence examples of "diffident" in English

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The problem for Ban is his diffident manner, which stands in stark contrast with that of his predecessor, Kofi Annan, a larger than life secretary-general who dominated the scene through his flair, eloquence, and star power. Проблема Пана заключается в его застенчивом стиле, который сильно отличается от стиля его предшественника Кофи Аннана, великого генерального секретаря, доминировавшего за счет своего таланта, красноречия и огромной власти.
Lugovoi, still rather diffident but with unmistakable pride, mentioned that when he is seen in public, he usually finds himself surrounded by people who want to shake his hand, congratulate him on his valor, and ask for his autograph. Луговой пока еще с некоторым смущением, но уже с несомненной гордостью рассказывал, что, когда он появляется на публике, его обычно окружают люди, которые хотят пожать ему руку, благодарят за проявленное мужество и берут автографы.
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