retiring
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retiring(
rih
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tay
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rihng
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (shy)
a. retraído
Miguel is the retiring type who would never dare to hurt anyone.Miguel es de índole retraída y nunca se atrevería a lastimar a nadie.
b. reservado
People think my wife is quiet and retiring, but when she discusses politics she gets very animated.La gente cree que mi esposa es tranquila y reservada, pero cuando habla de política se anima mucho.
2. (outgoing)
a. saliente
Chelsea is running to fill the seat of the retiring senator from California.Chelsea se ha postulado para ocupar el escaño del senador saliente de California.
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