Examples of “coy” in a Sentence

adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.

• With a coy grin, the little girl hid behind her mother's coat.
• She gave a coy smile but wouldn't answer the question.

adjective Reluctant to give a direct answer, especially about something sensitive.

• When asked how old she was, Grandma stayed coy and just winked.
• The coach was coy about who would start in Saturday's game.
• He was coy about the details of his new job.
• The company remained coy about its future plans.